1208 - Circle of Hieronymus Bosch (Hertogenbosch, c. 1450–1516) - The Roof of Madness (Allegory of the Fall)

Circle of Hieronymus Bosch (Hertogenbosch, c. 1450–1516) - The Roof of Madness (Allegory of the Fall) Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 44 × 54 cm (unframed). This allegorical painting, with its strong symbolic character, belongs to the moralizing tradition of 17th-century Northern Europe, evoking the visionary and satirical world of artists such as Hieronymus Bosch and Pieter Bruegel the Elder. The composition depicts a fantastical scene populated by human figures and hybrid creatures, set against a ruined architectural structure that serves as a metaphor for folly and moral decay. The use of grotesque and narrative elements transforms the work into a veritable “visual sermon,” confronting human vanity, spiritual distraction, and the threat of divine punishment. The iconographic richness and admonitory tone give the painting remarkable expressive power and profound moral significance. This lot is stored in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.