Allegorical Subject: Nude Woman, Three Children and a Mousetrap (La Sourcière) 1600 - 1688

Claude Mellan's "Allegorical Subject: Nude Woman, Three Children and a Mousetrap" (La Sourcière), is a powerful etching that depicts a nude woman reclining with three children, alluding to themes of seduction, innocence, and temptation. The woman's relaxed pose and seductive gaze contrast sharply with the playful and seemingly innocent actions of the children, adding to the complex allegorical nature of the work. Created in the 17th century, this piece showcases the artist's mastery of etching, creating a captivating and thought-provoking masterpiece.