Allegorie op de schildersopleiding 1768

"Allegorie op de schildersopleiding" is a drawing created by August Christian Hauck in 1768, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts an allegory of the painter's journey, showing a young artist being guided by a female figure representing painting towards the path of artistic excellence. Surrounding them are various symbols of the art world, including an ox, a palette, and brushes, symbolizing the laborious and often difficult path towards artistic mastery. The drawing showcases Hauck's detailed style and the influence of Dutch genre painting.