Misbruik veroorzaakt verdriet, genot brengt vreugde 1575

"Misbruik veroorzaakt verdriet, genot brengt vreugde" (Abuse Causes Sorrow, Enjoyment Brings Joy) is a 1575 engraving by Wierix (1550-1620), currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The artwork depicts a group of figures seated around a table, suggesting a feast or gathering. The detailed engraving style of the print is characteristic of the Wierix brothers' work, known for their precise lines and meticulous attention to detail. This print exemplifies the moralistic themes often explored in Northern Renaissance art.