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person(s) sitting among objects forming a 'Vanitas' still life
aspects of science in general
writing and letters
'Vanitas' still life
clothes, costume
flasks (cucurbitae)
head-gear: cap
Contemplation
umbrella
hourglass
scholar in his study
skull as symbol of 'Vanitas'
sitting figure (+ sideview, profile)
'Vanitas' symbols
maps, atlases
globe
sitting figure
wise man
old man
interior of the house
staircase
scholar, philosopher
writing tools
Reasoning and Formation of Ideas
Thinking, Thought, Reflection; 'Pensiero' (Ripa)
study; 'studiolo'; library
empty bird cage
bird in a cage
fashion, clothing
education, science and learning
pen
book