XXVI Degeneres animi procerum quid quaeritis aulas 1614

"XXVI Degeneres animi procerum quid quaeritis aulas" is an engraving by Roemer Visscher, a Dutch artist, dating back to 1614. It depicts a falcon perched on a gloved hand. The falcon is a symbol of nobility and power, but its wild nature is also hinted at. The caption in Latin translates to "You degenerate nobles, what are you looking for in the halls of power?". This artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, and it reflects the themes of power and corruption, themes that were likely relevant to the social climate of 17th century Netherlands.