Personificatie van tevredenheid 1710s

"Personificatie van tevredenheid" (Personification of Contentment), a 1710s etching by Dutch artist Arnold Houbraken, depicts a draped female figure holding a mirror. The woman's confident pose and the mirror, which reflects a wreath, are suggestive of satisfaction and self-love. Houbraken, known for his portraits and historical scenes, created this small work for a larger series exploring various virtues. The etching is now part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing the artist's ability to convey symbolic meaning through masterful linework and composition.