Allegorie op de schilderkunst 1707

This 1707 etching by Gilliam van der Gouwen, titled "Allegorie op de schilderkunst," is a complex allegory of the art of painting. The central figure, an elderly man, likely represents the artist, while a nude woman to his left symbolizes the muse of inspiration. Above them, a circular panel shows three female figures, symbolizing the different aspects of painting. The image is filled with symbolic objects related to the art of painting, making it a fascinating study for art lovers interested in the symbolism of art. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, a testament to the quality and detail of Dutch Baroque art.