Pyramid of Peace, 1609

Pyramid of Peace, 1609. Allegory on the Twelve Years' Truce, printed from two plates. High needle-shaped pyramid or obelisk, flanked by the personifications of Piety (Pietas) and Justice (Justitia). In the foreground, the seven provincial maidens with weapons seated around the Lion of Holland. At the foot of the pedestal, chained, the personifications of War (Mars) and Envy (Invidia). On both sides, spectators from all countries of the world. On the right, the sprouting orange tree, on the left Fame by a cartouche with the dedication in Latin. In the sky, angels with the coats of arms of France and Great Britain, in the center the radiant tetragram.