Candle, Hourglass, and Book on a Table [reverse]

Jacques Jonghelinck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bronze medallion sculpture. The central theme is an altar with symbols related to study or contemplation. The altar includes a candlestick, an hourglass-like object, and an open book. It is detailed with decorative elements and rests on a patterned platform. The medallion's border is inscribed with "VITA∙MORTALIVM∙VIGILIA". The bronze material highlights the sculptural details against a dark background.