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  • How to depict death in painting



    Molanus calls for caution from artists in the depiction of death since nothing is more uncertain than the moment one passes away.

    Conflict
    Figurative vs. literal reading
    Mention
    Leuven, 1617
    Subject
    Death
  • Frostispiece of Molanus, De historia sanctarum imaginum et picturarum (1617), Antwerp, Gasparus Bellerus

    Limbs made of precious materials to commemorate the dead



    Molanus discusses objects between the categories of sacred and profane art and gives the example of limbs out of precious materials that decorate churches to commemorate the dead.

    Conflict
    Sacred vs. profane imagery
    Mention
    Leuven, 1617
    Subject
    Death
  • Painting of the Trinity described in an edict of the Inquisition of Mexico

    Mexico City


    Edict of the Holy Office of Mexico describing some cavases that allegedly entered the kingdom and recommending that they be collected so that they do not continue to circulate. he Inquisition express the fear that the images convey Lutheran errors

    Conflict
    Mention
    Mexico City, 28 April 1574
    Subject
    Death ; Devil ; Sin ; Trinity