Allegorie op het ontwaken 1685 - 1689

"Allegorie op het ontwaken" (Allegory of Awakening) is an etching by Gerard de Lairesse, a prominent Dutch Baroque artist. Created between 1685 and 1689, the artwork depicts a scene with numerous figures, showcasing de Lairesse's mastery of composition and detail. The scene features a woman awakening from sleep, surrounded by other figures representing different aspects of life. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and exemplifies de Lairesse's focus on mythological and allegorical themes, making it a significant piece in the Dutch Baroque art movement.