Deugdzame jongeren houden hun kansen bij 1610

This 1610 engraving by Theodoor Galle, titled "Deugdzame jongeren houden hun kansen bij", depicts a scene of allegorical figures. A winged angel holds an hourglass and scythe, symbols of time and death, as it flies away from a group of men. This intricate engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age’s focus on moral instruction through art. The scene reminds viewers of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of seizing opportunities, a timeless message that continues to resonate with art lovers today.