De bruid krijgt de spiegel van Wetenschap aangeboden 1574

"De bruid krijgt de spiegel van Wetenschap aangeboden" (The bride is offered the mirror of science) is a 1574 engraving by the Dutch artist Wierix. The artwork depicts a bride being presented with a mirror by Science, symbolizing the acquisition of knowledge. It’s part of a series of engravings, which explore the allegorical concept of knowledge as a gift for a new bride. The engraving is on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The detailed work features a variety of characters and intricate details, characteristic of Wierix’s style during the Renaissance period.