Vanitas is a recurring theme in art. It derives from the Ecclasiastes incipit: "Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity... Read More
Vanitas is a recurring theme in art. It derives from the Ecclasiastes incipit: "Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity." and shows items that metaphorically show the impermanence of all things