Masker met een baard met krullen c. 1600 - 1650

Frans Huys' "Masker met een baard met krullen," created between 1600 and 1650, depicts a grotesque mask with a curly beard. This intricate engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of the flourishing art of grotesques during the Renaissance. The detailed rendering of the mask's features, including its expressive eyes and voluminous beard, creates a captivating visual experience. These grotesques, often found in architectural decorations and decorative art, served as a source of inspiration for artists and designers throughout the centuries.