Vignet met familiewapen, mogelijk van familie van Ruyven 1751 - 1816

This etching, titled "Vignet met familiewapen, mogelijk van familie van Ruyven," was created by Reinier Vinkeles between 1751 and 1816. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts three cherubs supporting a coat of arms possibly belonging to the van Ruyven family. Vinkeles, a renowned engraver, used delicate lines to capture the cherubs’ playful expressions and the intricate details of the coat of arms. The image, measuring only 62 mm by 82 mm, is a testament to Vinkeles’ mastery of miniature engraving, a popular art form in the 18th century.