Allegory of Man's Good Death Size:14″ x 11″ (Horizontal) The composition strikes a beautiful

The composition strikes a beautiful balance between the rhythmic patterns of the waves and the vast expanse of the star-filled sky

symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening

and on the buildings in the background

gazes at the apple that led to the Fall of Man

The detailed craftsmanship of the arch and the lively expressions of the putti bring the artwork to life

Allegory of Man's Good Death Size:14″ x 11″ (Horizontal) The composition strikes a beautifulAllegorie 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