Embleem met man op de weg naar het eeuwige leven die wordt blootgesteld aan verzoekingen van de duivel 1620 - 1623

This 17th-century print, created by an anonymous artist, is a complex allegorical composition that depicts a man on the path to eternal life. The scene unfolds in a landscape featuring a celestial background with angels ascending towards a radiant sun. The central figure is confronted by a devil, who attempts to tempt him with earthly pleasures. This powerful image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the Dutch tradition of religious printmaking. The intricate details and symbolism contribute to a compelling exploration of the human condition and the choice between virtue and vice.