Rijk van Flora 1591 - 1607

"Rijk van Flora," a 1591-1607 engraving by Epifanio de Alfiano, depicts a scene of allegorical figures in a lush forest. The image is dominated by towering trees flanking a pathway that leads to a distant town, symbolizing the journey of life. In the sky above, several figures are shown riding on clouds, embodying the celestial realm. The intricate detail of the foliage and the composition's balance between earthly and divine elements make "Rijk van Flora" a captivating example of Northern Renaissance art.