Embleem met de mens die zijn kruis draagt en zich bewust is van tegenslagen op zijn weg 1620 - 1649

This anonymous 17th-century Dutch print from the Rijksmuseum depicts a man carrying his cross, a symbol of Christian faith. The artwork is an emblem, a type of visual allegory popular in the 16th and 17th centuries, that uses images and text to convey a moral or religious message. The complex composition features figures carrying crosses, a scene of heavenly judgment, and a burning inferno. This artwork is a poignant representation of the trials and tribulations of life, emphasizing the importance of faith and resilience in the face of adversity.