De spiegel der deugd 1589 - 1594

"De spiegel der deugd" (The Mirror of Virtue) is a 16th-century drawing by Cornelis Ketel, a Dutch Mannerist artist. The piece features allegorical figures representing virtue and vice, framed by an ornate architectural design. The composition is dominated by a central figure of a woman, likely representing Virtue, who is holding a mirror, reflecting the viewer's own moral standing. This artwork is a testament to Ketel's mastery of line and composition, displaying intricate detail and a strong sense of symmetry. The drawing's focus on moral allegory and its decorative embellishments are characteristic of Mannerist art.