Artist: Pietro Negri
Artwork: Vanitas
Description: This painting is an allegory of life’s transience. The woman is holding a skull, which represents death, and a candle, which represents life. The candle is about to go out, which suggests that life is short. The woman is also holding a mirror, which represents vanity. The mirror is reflecting the woman’s face, which is a reminder that we are all mortal.
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