Vrouw bij een waterput 1500 - 1600

This engraving, titled Vrouw bij een waterput, presents a woman at a well, rendered by the hand of the Monogrammist IS. Here, the well is not merely a source of water, but a deep symbol. Throughout history, wells have been depicted as the center of life, and fertility. The water drawn, in turn, is used in baptism rituals of purification and rebirth. This scene subtly echoes the biblical tale of Rebecca at the well, where she offers water to Abraham's servant and his camels, symbolizing hospitality and divine favor. The presence of the column, a classical motif, juxtaposes ancient and Christian narratives, pointing to the enduring human need for connection. This image evokes a sense of timelessness, reminding us of the way symbols like the well, resonate through ages and across cultures, constantly refreshed with new meanings.