Bilder Jacob Cats (1577-1660) – Allegory of the basket of grapes and putti – Engraving (1658)

Beskrivning

"Flos mihi dos." This engraving features two putti flanking a central diamond-shaped frame where a hand reaches from the clouds toward a basket filled with grapes and flowers. The work is an emblem from the Sinn' en Minne-beelden, part of the extensive collected works of Jacob Cats. It was published in Amsterdam by Jan Jacobsz Schipper in 1658. The imagery serves as a moral allegory regarding virtue, youth, and the rewards of a fruitful life, which was a central theme in seventeenth-century Dutch literature and art.

Jacob Cats was a renowned Dutch poet, lawyer, and politician who became one of the most famous authors of the Dutch Golden Age. He is primarily remembered for his emblem books, which combined moralizing poems with engravings to teach social and domestic values. His books were so widely read that he earned the title Father Cats, reflecting his role as a moral guide for the nation. Professionally, he also achieved great success in the political sphere, serving as the Grand Pensionary of Holland.

Artist or Maker: Jacob Cats.

Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 17 cm.

Medium: Engraving.

Date: 1658.

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.