Roem steunt de vermoeide Schilderkunst 1723

This 1723 drawing by Matthijs Balen, titled "Roem steunt de vermoeide Schilderkunst," depicts a scene of allegory. It showcases the figure of Fame (Roem) supporting a reclining female figure, symbolizing the "weary" art of painting (Schilderkunst). The setting is an outdoor landscape with trees and a classical-style ruin. The artist's signature is visible in the lower right corner. The drawing is executed in a style that reflects the Rococo movement with its light, airy lines and graceful figures.