The prosperity that peace will bring to the Netherlands, 1608

Large allegorical representation of the prosperity that peace will bring to the Northern and Southern Netherlands, 1608. In the center, a fountain formed by Beneficence, Gratitude, and Retribution. Standing female personifications on the base of the fountain. On the right, the Dutch Garden with the Dutch Maiden with a full chest of treasure, Prince Maurice, Mercury, Pallas, Unity, and the other provincial maidens. On the left, Belgica sits with an empty chest of treasure near Archduke Albert and Isabella and Spinola. She is consoled by Self-Knowledge and Fortune. In the background on the right, the triumphal procession of Peace followed by a procession of citizens and farmers. Behind them, Mars departs with his war chariot, with Tyranny, Incitement, and Greed in his wake. In the sky, Father Time with the changeable globe in the hand of God. This print is accompanied by a text sheet with verses and the explanation of the symbols in the image.