Kleine cartouche met rolwerk en mascaron 1584

This small, anonymous engraving from 1584 features a decorative cartouche with scrolling ornamentation and a mascaron, or grotesque face. The cartouche is framed by elaborate scrolls and features a central, rectangular space containing the inscription "Priuilegio decennali." The inscription likely refers to a ten-year privilege granted to the artwork's creator or publisher. The delicate, intricate details of the design are characteristic of the Mannerist style, which flourished in Europe during the late 16th century. This small artwork exemplifies the popularity of decorative motifs and the use of engraving for artistic expression during this era.