Allegorie op de hoogmoed 1578 - 1597

"Allegorie op de hoogmoed" (Allegory of Pride) is a 16th century print by Conrad Goltz, housed at the Rijksmuseum. The artwork portrays a woman in a richly decorated gown, possibly representing vanity or pride. She is surrounded by symbolic imagery: a peacock representing vanity, a naked woman symbolizing temptation, and a text box with Latin proverbs. This intricate and detailed print serves as a moral lesson, reminding viewers to be mindful of the dangers of pride and its consequences.