Veiligheid 1663 - 1738

"Veiligheid" (meaning "Security" in Dutch) is an etching and engraving by the French artist Jacques-Antoine Friquet de Vauroze, created between 1663 and 1738. The artwork features an allegorical representation of security, with a female figure representing Security, sitting on a fallen figure representing danger. The scene is set in a landscape with a column and a city in the background, symbolizing the protection of a city. The engraving's detailed composition and use of light and shadow create a sense of drama and realism. The artwork is a fine example of allegorical art, and it speaks to the importance of security in both individual and societal life.