Van de Wercken der Barmherticheyt 1646

"Van de Wercken der BARMHERICHEYT" is a 1646 engraving by Jan Philipsz Schabaelje, a prominent Dutch Golden Age artist. This intricate work, part of a larger series, features a decorative letter "E" framed by a border with a complex inscription detailing acts of mercy. The text itself is the primary subject of the piece, reflecting the importance of charity and compassion in the 17th-century Dutch society. Schabaelje's masterful hand is evident in the precise rendering of the text and the delicate ornamentation.