Aanhoord dog zoete jeugd / hoe prijslijk dat hier is de deugd [(...)] 1725 - 1780

This 18th-century engraving by Johannes (II) Kannewet, titled "Aanhoord dog zoete jeugd / hoe prijslijk dat hier is de deugd (...)", is a satirical depiction of human virtues and vices. The artwork features 18 separate scenes, each with allegorical figures representing different virtues and vices. It is a complex and detailed work that utilizes a combination of text and imagery to communicate its message. The use of allegory in this print was a popular method for artists of the time to convey moral messages and social commentary. "Aanhoord dog zoete jeugd / hoe prijslijk dat hier is de deugd (...)" is a testament to the artist's skill and ingenuity in using satire and allegory to convey social messages, and it provides valuable insight into the moral and social concerns of 18th-century society.