Blazoen of nieuwjaarskaart van de Haarlemse rederijkerskamer De Pellicaen 1597 - 1617

This 16th-century engraving by Jacob Matham depicts a symbolic scene of Christ on the cross with two angels flanking him. The inscription on the banner reads "rou meet [your] taen" and is a motto that translates to "meet your fate." This artwork was likely a New Year's card for the Haarlem Chamber of Rhetoric "De Pellicaen" and showcases the visual language and symbolism that characterized art of the Netherlands in this era. The image showcases the masterful use of line and detail that was hallmarked in Northern Renaissance prints.