Design for an Engraved Tazza with an Allegory of Charity, Theodor de Bry, Flemish, 1528 – 1598, Engraving on laid paper, Circular design for a footed dish (tazza), with a representation of Charity (Charitas) in the central medallion. Surrounding is a round band featuring representations of works of charity, including Christ washing the feet of the disciples; care of the wounded and sick; alms; Cimon chained and suckled by his daughter; distribution of food to the poor. Inscriptions in French and Low German., Netherlands, ca. 1588, figures, Print

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