God én de mammon dienen gaat niet 1593

"God én de mammon dienen gaat niet" (To serve both God and Mammon is impossible) is a 1593 print by the Flemish artist Wierix (1550-1620). This engraving, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts two scenes. On the left, a man sits in a room counting his riches, while on the right, a man stands near a fiery pit. The scenes highlight the dangers of materialism and urge viewers to prioritize faith over wealth, a common theme in religious art of the 16th century. The print's composition, with its division into two distinct scenes, emphasizes the choice between earthly possessions and spiritual salvation. The detailed engraving style of Wierix, a popular technique in the Netherlands, gives the print a sense of realism.