Wankelmoedigheid 1675 - 1737

"Wankelmoedigheid" (1675-1737), by Dutch artist Pieter van den Berge, is a watercolor painting depicting a female figure balancing on a globe resting on a cube, symbolizing the concept of "unsteadiness." The figure's uncertain pose and the unstable foundation highlight the theme of instability and the fragility of life. This small-scale work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases van den Berge's meticulous detail and use of light and shadow. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner.