Allegory of Man's Good Death Size:16″ x 12″ (Horizontal) showcasing the delicate balance between

showcasing the delicate balance between nature and the cold beauty of winter

Titelpagina van Mercurius of redenaar

On the right foreground is Saint Januarius

The title and explanatory letters are subtly placed in the lower margin

Nicolaas Cornelis de Gijselaar

Allegory of Man's Good Death Size:16″ x 12″ (Horizontal) showcasing the delicate balance betweenAllegorie op de goede dood van de mens, 1563 Hieronymus Wierix A venerable old man lies on his deathbed, his hands clasped in prayer. Standing by his side are Faith (Fides) and Prayer (Oratio). Faith is pointing towards the heavens, while a winged heart ascends from Prayer's mouth. At the foot of the bed, Love (Charitas) is seen distributing money and food to the elderly and children. In the sky, Christ sits on a rainbow, trampling Death and the devil