10055 Jacob Cats (1577–1660) – Emblematic Illustration: The Widow – Letterpress text with copper engraving (1650)
This print features a circular copper engraving embedded within a full page of accompanying Dutch letterpress text titled "The Widow." The engraving depicts a symbolic domestic scene showing a figure seated next to a table with a vase of tulips and a candle, elements that symbolize transience and memory. The image and the lengthy surrounding text are designed to convey a moral lesson regarding mourning, piety, and the duties of a widow, typical of the popular 17th-century Dutch emblem book genre.
Jacob Cats was a celebrated Dutch poet, humorist, and moralist of the 17th century, known as "Father Cats" due to his immense popularity. He is primarily known for his emblem books, which were highly didactic and visually engaging, combining engravings with moralizing poems and prose to instruct the public on courtship, marriage, and ethical behavior. His works were among the most widely read publications in the Netherlands during the Golden Age.
Artist or Maker: Jacob Cats
Dimensions: Approximately 39 cm x 26 cm
Medium: Letterpress text with copper engraving
Date: 1650
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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