Title Page to Urbium Praecipuarum Totius Mundi

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This painting depicts an allegorical representation with a central figure of Justice. Various personifications and symbols are arranged in a classical architectural structure. Justice is in the center wearing a red cloak, holding a sword and scales. Surrounding her are other allegories like Peace and Concordia, each represented by women with attributes such as a caduceus and a wreath. A bull's skull decorates the top of the arch with a garland. Below, a large plaque with Latin text is framed by personifications like Community, Obedience, and Security. The background features a depiction of a tower similar to the Tower of Babel. The intricate details, rich colors, and classical columns create a sense of grandeur and mythological significance. This is in the style of an artist like Maarten de Vos, who often combines allegorical and classical themes in his works.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving, colored

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 36.5 × 22.7 cm (14 3/8 × 8 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.1289


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Hermann Marx [d. 1948], Surrey, (L.2816a); (Sotheby, London, sale May 24, 1948, no. 165); Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

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Wikidata ID

Q65216025

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