The Knowledge of God and the Seven Cardinal Virtues: Fidelity - Fides
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1535
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This is a black-and-white drawing of a winged figure labeled *Fides*, holding a cross in one hand and a chalice in the other. At her feet lies a snake coiled around a bowl, and she stands on a small box with Latin words. The background shows a simple wall and a few plants. The snake and bowl might symbolize something she’s overcoming—maybe fear or doubt. The word *Fides* means "faith," so this figure likely stands for trust or loyalty. Look up The Cleveland Museum of Art to see where this drawing is kept.
