Cartouche met allegorie op de schepping 1736

"Cartouche met allegorie op de schepping" (Cartouche with allegory on the Creation), a 1736 etching by Dutch artist Jan Caspar Philips (1700-1775), is a complex allegorical illustration that includes cherubs, foliage, and a landscape scene. The etching is housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and showcases Philips’ detailed style in the use of light, shadow, and intricate line work. The central scene depicts a seated woman with animals gathered around her, symbolizing the harmony of creation. The cherubs above add an element of grace and suggest divine intervention. The composition's ornate frame highlights the artistic flair and symbolic depth of Philips' work.