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Allegorical representation with a female writer
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Allegorical representation with a female writer

Jan Caspar Philips · 1739 · etching; engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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An allegorical writing figure with a burning and winged heart on her chest. Next to her, a woman with the cross of Christ and a balance. Above them, an opened heaven with putti on the clouds. On the right in the foreground, several putti with musical instruments and books. On the horizon, a city.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineAllegorische voorstelling met schrijfster. 1739. Jan Caspar Philips. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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