10041 Jacob Cats (1577–1660) – Emblematic Illustration: The Autumn of the Beautiful – Copper engraving (1650)
This copper engraving is an emblematic illustration, presented within a circular frame, featuring a winged putto or cherub playing with an animal on a draped table in an interior setting. The composition is highly symbolic, intended to convey a moral or philosophical lesson, as indicated by the Latin motto "The autumn of the beautiful is also beautiful." The print originates from a 17th-century Dutch emblem book, a popular literary and visual genre of the period that used images combined with classical and moralizing text.
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 25 cm x 18 cm
Medium: 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.
| Värdering | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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