This is an image depicting an allegorical scene with several symbolic figures and a globe. The drawing features a globe with an eye above it labeled "PROVIDENTIA", two angelic figures labeled "FAMA BONA" and "FAMA MALA", a central figure labeled "MAGISTRA VITAE", and skeletal figures labeled "MORS" and "OBLIVIO". There are niches on the sides with figures representing "TESTIS TEMPORUM" and "VITA MEMORIAE". The artwork includes various symbols and inscriptions. A printed note indicates it was created in London in 1652, placing it within a specific historical context. The style is emblematic, with allegorical and Renaissance symbolism.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1652
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 8536 × 13815 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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