Vrouw als personificatie van Hoop (Spes) met brood staand in nis 1510 - 1575

This anonymous 16th-century engraving, titled "Vrouw als personificatie van Hoop (Spes) met brood staand in nis", depicts the personification of Hope holding a loaf of bread, a symbol of sustenance and the promise of a better future. Standing in a niche and gazing upwards, the figure embodies resilience and faith in the face of adversity. The artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, utilizes a distinct Renaissance style evident in the detailed rendering of the figure's anatomy and drapery. The artwork's smaller dimensions, measuring 215 mm in height and 103 mm in width, suggest its intended use as a personal devotional piece.