Spreuken van Salomo, boven 1547 - 1591

"Spreuken van Salomo, boven" is an engraving by Flemish artist Gerard de Jode, dated 1547 - 1591, and currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The print depicts three separate scenes, each set within an oval frame, enclosed by a decorative border. The leftmost scene shows a man being warned by a bird about the dangers of a woman, while the central scene portrays a woman tempting a man with smoke and fire, symbolizing sin and temptation. The rightmost scene depicts a man being tricked by another, emphasizing the themes of deception and folly. This artwork, part of a larger series of engravings, explores the wisdom and lessons found in the Book of Proverbs.