Classical Figures and Allegories

Engravings of classical figures embodying concepts like wisdom and harmony, depicted with symbolic attributes and traditional attire.

Hoogmoed (Superbia), Jacob Matham, after Hendrick Goltzius, 1601 - 1652 print Personification of the vanity or pride, depicted as a richly dressed female figure looking in a mirror. Amsterdam paper engraving Pride; 'Superbia' (Ripa) ~ personification of one of the Seven Deadly Sins
Hoogmoed (Superbia), Jacob Matham, after Hendrick Goltzius, 1601 - 1652 print Personification of the vanity or pride, depicted as a richly dressed female figure looking in a mirror. Amsterdam paper engraving Pride; 'Superbia' (Ripa) ~ personification of one of the Seven Deadly Sins