Mars onder een baldakijn 1528 - 1583

This small, anonymous woodcut, dated between 1528 and 1583, is a fine example of the intricate detail and ornate style of Northern Renaissance printmaking. The composition is dominated by an oval frame featuring a complex, layered design. Within, an anthropomorphic figure stands amidst a swirling, fantastical design, surrounded by winged creatures and decorative motifs. The artwork, titled “Mars onder een baldakijn”, is on view in the Rijksmuseum and speaks to the rich artistic traditions of the Netherlands during this period.