Ontwerp van een schrijfvoorbeeld: Alle goede gifte (...) 1605

This 1605 pen-and-ink drawing by Jan van de Velde I showcases his skill as a calligrapher and is a prime example of the ornate and decorative style of handwriting that was popular during the Dutch Golden Age. The artwork, titled "Ontwerp van een schrijfvoorbeeld: Alle goede gifte (...)", features an intricate design of flourishing script, emphasizing the importance of beautiful handwriting in a time when literacy was not widespread. It displays a decorative capital "A" in the center of the page, accompanied by a calligraphic sentence and a decorative alphabet with a multitude of decorative flourishes, all designed to highlight the beauty of written language. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a testament to the artistry of calligraphy during this period.