Painted Wall Hanging with Peace 1786

Jurriaan Andriessen's "Painted Wall Hanging with Peace" (1786) depicts the personified concept of peace in a classical setting. The figure, depicted in a white marble-like finish, stands on a plinth and holds an olive branch, a symbol of peace. The artwork's composition features a relief scene above, possibly illustrating a story related to peace. This Neoclassical style artwork, typical of Andriessen's work, emphasizes a sense of calm and serenity, reflecting the idealized values of the Enlightenment era. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam houses this painting, considered a key example of 18th-century Dutch art.