Macht van de waarheid before 1579

"Macht van de waarheid" (Power of Truth) is an engraving by the Flemish artist, Hieronymus Wierix, created before 1579. The print, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a female personification of Truth holding a book and scales. The image is teeming with symbolism, including a globe, a rainbow, and figures representing various virtues and vices. This allegorical work illustrates the power of truth over falsehood, demonstrating Wierix's mastery of intricate detail and nuanced storytelling within the context of Netherlandish Renaissance art.