Allegorische voorstelling met Faam bij een gedenkzuil 1721

"Allegorische voorstelling met Faam bij een gedenkzuil" (Allegorical Representation with Fame by a Memorial Column), created in 1721 by Bernard Picart, is a detailed etching that depicts the allegorical figure of Fame, with a laurel wreath on her head, sitting by a memorial column. The inscription on the column reads, "ALVNT CYONDS FLYMINA NOSTRA," translating to "they nourish the rivers of our land." The inscription, along with the presence of swans, likely symbolizes the nourishment of the land through poetry and arts. This etching, which is now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the intricate detail and rich symbolism typical of the Baroque period. The image reflects a sense of grandeur and classical influence.