This is a black and white engraving depicting a dramatic scene. A man is hunched over a small, dark box, seemingly consumed by greed. He's dressed in elaborate clothing, with a feathered cap and a long, flowing robe. His hands are clasped tightly around the box, and his face is hidden in shadow, emphasizing his intense focus on the contents. Scattered around the box are numerous gold coins, suggesting wealth and material possessions. However, the scene is not one of prosperity, but of danger. Flames are rising up around the box and coins, creating a sense of urgency and peril. The fire appears to be consuming the wealth, symbolizing the destructive nature of greed. The engraving is circular, with text surrounding the central image. The text is in an old-fashioned script and appears to be in Dutch or a similar language. The overall mood of the image is dark and cautionary, warning against the dangers of avarice and the fleeting nature of material possessions.