XXXIV Laet duncken 1614

"XXXIV Laet duncken," a 1614 engraving by Dutch artist Roemer Visscher, depicts a peacock with its tail feathers fully spread. This print is part of a larger series titled "Van de Sinnepoppen," which explores the follies of human behavior. The meticulous detail in the peacock's feathers and the accompanying Dutch text, which describes how vanity and pride can lead to self-deception, reveals Visscher's sharp observation of human nature. The print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the artist's skill in combining artistry and social commentary.