Collage van uitgeknipte prenten geplakt op albumblad van blauw papier c. 1650 - 1700

This collage is assembled from cut-out prints pasted onto blue album paper. Although made by various makers, the composition creates a singular, if somewhat chaotic, visual experience. The arrangement of monochrome figures against the solid blue background gives a sense of depth and texture. Each image, though distinct, is unified by the consistent use of line and a shared tonal range. The central figure of a woman is stylized and elaborate, which anchors the composition. The collage functions as a cultural artifact, reflecting the printmaking practices and aesthetic values. As a collection, it invites us to consider how meaning is constructed through juxtaposition and context. The individual images, once part of larger narratives, are reconfigured into a new network of relations, challenging any fixed reading. Notice how the collage creates a playful yet complex dialogue between form and content. Its enduring appeal lies in its capacity to spark curiosity and encourage a continuous process of interpretation.