Allegorie op de alliantie van muziek en komedie met Erato en Thalia 1726 - 1735

This etching by Jean Moyreau, titled *Allegorie op de alliantie van muziek en komedie met Erato en Thalia,* depicts the union of music and comedy, symbolized by the Muses Erato and Thalia. A coat of arms at the center, adorned with musical instruments and theatrical masks, represents the fusion of these artistic disciplines. The work is a testament to the powerful symbiosis between music and theater, capturing the essence of their combined allure. This etching is a fine example of 18th-century artistic expression, highlighting the flourishing cultural trends of the era. The artwork currently resides at the Rijksmuseum.