Een oud man in zijn kamer zittende, spreekt. Possibly 1550 - 1780

This woodcut print, "Een Oud Man in zijn Kamer zittende, spreekt.", by Johannes (II) Kannewet, depicts an elderly man sitting in his chamber, possibly a scholar or alchemist, surrounded by various objects like a skull, hourglass, and a candlestick. It likely dates to the 16th or 17th century, and the print includes a poem below the image, referencing the passage of time, mortality, and perhaps the man's intellectual pursuits. The work was likely printed for a popular audience, offering a reflection on the ephemeral nature of life, a common theme in Dutch art of the period. This work highlights Johannes (II) Kannewet's skill as a printmaker, using woodcut techniques to achieve a detailed and expressive illustration. The print can be viewed at the Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands.