Allegorische voorstelling met de Hoop, het Geloof en de Liefde 1622

"Allegorische voorstelling met de Hoop, het Geloof en de Liefde" (1622) by Pieter Serwouters depicts an allegorical scene of faith, hope, and love, represented by three figures standing before an altar. A kneeling man, symbolizing humanity, turns away from the figure of Venus representing earthly temptation. The engraving is a detailed portrayal of the complex relationship between the spiritual and the worldly, inviting the viewer to consider their own choices. The small size of the print, measuring 127 mm x 168 mm, suggests its intended audience may have been private collectors rather than a large public. The work is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing its importance within the context of Dutch art.