The Parable of the Prodigal Son, The central image shows a brothel with a procuress and includes (following classical precedent) a painting of Danaë being seduced by Jupiter in the form of a shower of gold coins, and by a cat, popularly thought to be a lecherous creature which entices men to sexual intercourse. The outer scenes follow the traditional themes of the parable.

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