Title page from Silvae Urbanianae 1637

This engraving by Cornelis Galle I, created in 1637, is the title page for *Silvae Urbanianae*, a collection of poems by the Italian poet and humanist, Stefano Guazzo. The image depicts a classical scene featuring figures associated with music and poetry, suggesting the content of the book. Two figures stand on either side of a large lyre, a symbol of music and creativity. The left figure is a young man, and the right figure is a woman. The woman is reaching toward a shield with the symbol of bees, which may symbolize Guazzo's poetic style. The engraving's detailed composition and expressive figures, characteristic of the Northern Renaissance, contribute to its overall beauty and historical significance. The artwork can be viewed at The Art Institute of Chicago.