Embleem met mannen die portretten schilderen van heiligen om zo hun voorbeeld te volgen 1620 - 1649

This 17th-century Dutch emblem depicts two artists painting portraits of saints, with the goal of emulating their virtues. The scene is set against a backdrop of a heavenly procession ascending to a celestial sun, symbolizing the divine inspiration sought by the artists. The emblem, created by an anonymous artist, highlights the role of art in fostering moral reflection and striving for spiritual elevation. It was part of a collection of emblems meant to instruct and inspire viewers, serving as a reminder of the power of art to guide and elevate the soul.