Allegorisch monument voor Isaak van Goudoever, 1787 1787

Johannes van Dregt's "Allegorisch monument voor Isaak van Goudoever" (1787) is a detailed allegorical engraving depicting a monumental structure with a female figure holding a staff and a shield. The central figure represents the virtues of Isaak van Goudoever, a prominent Dutch merchant. The surrounding imagery, including a lion, a cherub, and various symbols, adds further layers of meaning to this commemorative work. The engraving is an excellent example of Dutch allegorical art of the 18th century, demonstrating a rich tradition of visual storytelling.