Mirror life Specvlvm propriae vilitatis title
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Mirror life Specvlvm propriae vilitatis title
Mirror of life Specvlvm propriae vilitatis (title on object) Twelve mirrors with which man tries to see God (series title) Duodecim Specula Deum (series title), In the foreground a mirror with a skull. Four snakes around the mirror, symbolizing original sin. A believer is sitting under the mirror on a coffin. Two skeletons stand on either side of the mirror and point their arrows at the believer. In the background Moses and the burning bush, Adam and Eve in Earthly Paradise, the blessing of two devout believers by a priest, At the back right a boy with a splinter in his eye is reprimanded by an older man with a beam in his eye. The print has a Latin caption: Huc ades: quid fis, quid eris, fuerife, tuere. Huic specvlo titulus. Below is a legend of the scenes that are alphabetically numbered in the picture. The print is part of a twelve-part series (VI from XII prints) with the subject twelve mirrors with which man tries to see God. Skull as symbol of Vanitas, mirror, the burning bush, calling of Moses, Adam and Eve hide from God, Death as skeleton, coffin, the mote and the beam in the eye, doctrine or Christ on love, etc. (Matthew 7: 4, Luke 6:42), Theodoor Galle, 1610, paper, engraving, h 152 mm × w 89 mm
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Media ID 19548202
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This print titled "Mirror of Life Specvlvm propriae vilitatis" is a thought-provoking piece that delves into the complex relationship between man and God. The image showcases twelve mirrors, each representing different aspects of this connection. In the foreground, we see a mirror adorned with a skull, symbolizing Vanitas and reminding us of the transient nature of life. Surrounding the mirror are four snakes, embodying original sin and its pervasive influence on humanity. A believer sits beneath the mirror on a coffin while two skeletons stand on either side, pointing their arrows at him - perhaps signifying the constant struggle against temptation faced by believers. In the background, significant biblical scenes unfold: Moses encountering the burning bush, Adam and Eve seeking refuge in Earthly Paradise after disobeying God's commandment, and devout believers receiving blessings from a priest. These scenes serve as reminders of our spiritual journey towards understanding and connecting with God. The Latin caption "Huc ades: quid fis, quid eris, fuerife tuere" invites viewers to contemplate their past actions (what you have been), present existence (what you are), and future potential (what you will be). It encourages introspection as we strive to comprehend our place in relation to divinity. Created by Theodoor Galle in 1610 using engraving techniques on paper measuring 152 mm in height and 89 mm in width, this print is part of a larger series exploring mankind's attempts to perceive God through various reflections. Its intricate details offer endless opportunities for interpretation and reflection upon life's profound questions.
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