Faam doet dode kunstenaars herleven 1568

This anonymous 1568 etching, titled *Faam doet dode kunstenaars herleven* (Fame makes dead artists live again), is an ornate visual commentary on the role of fame in the arts. It depicts a group of figures representing deceased artists, including Michelangelo, Raphael, and Leonardo da Vinci, being lifted to Heaven by a winged figure representing Fame. The composition is framed by elaborate ornamentation, including putti and grotesque figures. The inscription at the bottom references the power of fame to immortalize artists beyond the grave. This small print, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the sophisticated artistic techniques of 16th century printmaking, emphasizing the enduring influence of the great Renaissance masters.