Schelp, cassis cornuta 1644 - 1652

"Schelp, cassis cornuta" is an etching by the renowned artist Wenceslaus Hollar, created between 1644 and 1652. The print, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a detailed and realistic rendering of a helmet shell, highlighting the intricate patterns and textures of the shell's surface. Hollar, known for his meticulous observation and mastery of etching, uses fine lines and cross-hatching to convey the shell's three-dimensional form, making it a testament to the scientific curiosity and artistic skill of the 17th century.