Wijsheid 1697

This is an engraving titled 'Wijsheid', meaning Wisdom, made by an anonymous artist. The scene is dominated by a figure of Wisdom, positioned centrally and illuminated by radiant light. Note how the artist has used a formal architectural setting and allegorical figures such as the angels to create a sense of depth and symbolic richness. The linear perspective, drawing the eye into the background, contrasts with the immediate presence of Wisdom. The mirror becomes a focal point, reflecting not just an image but an idea of self-knowledge, critical to the philosophical exploration of wisdom itself. The text above, 'Liber Sapientiae', or 'Book of Wisdom', frames the image as an exploration of knowledge. The image invites us to consider how wisdom is constructed through visual signs and intellectual frameworks, and how it might challenge us to rethink our understanding of knowledge and representation.