Medaillon met allegorische voorstelling van de Herfst 1747 - 1807

This delicate ink drawing, ‘Medaillon met allegorische voorstelling van de Herfst’, was created by Johannes van Dregt in the 18th century. The artist used the simple medium of pen and ink to create an allegorical scene representing autumn. The fine lines and subtle shading reveal the artist's skilled hand and meticulous technique. The ink’s fluidity allows for intricate details, like the cherubic figure and the symbolic elements associated with the season, such as foliage and perhaps a pinecone. The drawing may have been a preliminary sketch for a larger work or a design for printmaking. In either case, the artist’s labor-intensive process reflects the values of craftsmanship and artistic skill prevalent in the 1700s. Paying attention to the materials and processes used in the making of this artwork gives us a deeper appreciation for the artist's skill and the cultural context in which it was created, blurring the lines between fine art and craft.