Vadertje Tijd 1680 - 1726

"Vadertje Tijd" (Father Time) is an etching by Johannes Glauber, created sometime between 1680 and 1726. The print depicts Father Time as a winged, muscular, and bearded man, holding a scythe and standing upon a pile of creatures symbolic of the fleeting nature of time and life. This artwork is a fine example of Baroque style, utilizing dramatic lighting and exaggerated anatomy. The Latin inscription "Sic omnia Ruunt" translates to "Thus all things fall," emphasizing the unstoppable power of time.