LX Ist eynd goet, soo ist al goet 1614

"LX Ist eynd goet, soo ist al goet" is an etching by Roemer Visscher, a prominent Dutch engraver and publisher, dating back to 1614. The artwork depicts a coiled rope, likely representing the laborious effort and craftsmanship involved in creating it. The visual simplicity of the image, combined with the inscription, emphasizes the inherent value of hard work and its eventual reward. This artwork, now residing in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the social and economic realities of 17th-century Dutch society and the appreciation for skilled labor during that time.