Album met voorstellingen van de beelden in de collectie van Gerard Reynst, deel 2 1646 - 1670

This is the second volume of Hubert Quellinus' album from the 17th century, showcasing Gerard Reynst's collection of sculptures. Look at the marbled paper that graces its cover; a seemingly random pattern, yet one that echoes the chaotic beauty of nature itself. Such marbling is not merely decorative. In the context of the 17th century, it evokes the transformative processes seen in alchemy and the sciences, hinting at hidden depths and the transmutation of base materials into something precious. Consider how this relates to the sculptures within. Each artwork carries its own history, a lineage of forms and ideas passed down through generations. The swirling patterns mirror the way these motifs resurface, evolving and adapting to new cultural landscapes. Like a recurring dream, they are imbued with the weight of collective memory, inviting us to contemplate the cyclical nature of human expression.