Allegorische voorstelling met Vader Tijd, Mercurius en Wijsheid 1684

This etching, titled "Allegorische voorstelling met Vader Tijd, Mercurius en Wijsheid", was created in 1684 by Dutch artist Adriaen Schoonebeek. The artwork depicts Father Time, Mercury, and Wisdom in a room filled with books, symbolizing the importance of knowledge and time's passage. The small size of the etching, measuring 138 mm in height and 83 mm in width, suggests it was likely a personal work or part of a larger collection, and is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. This piece showcases Schoonebeek's skill in rendering detail and creating a scene rich in symbolism.