Ronde schaal met deksel staande op drie klauwtjes c. 1614 - 1654

This is "Round bowl with lid standing on three claw feet," an etching made by Hendrik van der Borcht II in the Netherlands. Here we have a study of luxury, and it suggests the Dutch Republic's obsession with exotic goods. The image shows an ornate bowl which would likely have been made of silver or gold, expensive materials, and probably would have been used to serve delicacies. The Dutch Golden Age saw an increase in the production of luxury goods and an expanding market for art. The image, rendered in a detailed etching style, highlights the Dutch emphasis on realism and precision. It demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing the texture and form of the bowl. To understand this etching, we would delve into Dutch art history, material culture studies, and economic history, exploring the social meanings of wealth.