De mens op twintigjarige leeftijd 1569 - 1575

"De mens op twintigjarige leeftijd" (Man at the Age of Twenty) is an engraving by Gerard van Groeningen, created between 1569 and 1575. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a young man in a classical setting, holding a bird of prey. The composition features a central oval frame, filled with a landscape scene, surrounded by intricate decorative elements representing various aspects of youth, such as music, hunting, and agriculture. These symbols represent the joys and activities associated with young adulthood. The engraving is a testament to the intricate craftsmanship and allegorical imagery of the 16th century.