Poesia (Poëzie) c. 1600 - 1685

"Poesia (Poëzie)" is an etching by Jean Baptiste Humbelot, a French artist active in the 17th century. The work depicts a woman holding two arrows, symbolizing the power of poetry to pierce hearts and inspire emotions. Her elegant attire and the feathered hat highlight the refined nature of the subject, reflecting the high regard for poetry during the period. This small-scale print, measuring 289 mm in height and 267 mm in width, exemplifies the detailed and expressive style of 17th-century etching, characterized by its delicate lines and tonal contrasts.