Fantastic Sea Carriage 1556

This 1556 print by Johannes van Doetecum I, titled "Fantastic Sea Carriage," depicts a fantastical scene of sea creatures and mythical beings. The scene is dominated by a large, winged serpent-like creature, carrying a group of figures on its back. The composition is dense with intricate details and a playful sense of the absurd, demonstrating the artist's mastery of the grotesque and the fantastic. The print is a prime example of Northern Renaissance printmaking, showcasing the use of intricate detail and symbolic imagery, typical of the period. "Fantastic Sea Carriage" is a captivating visual journey into a world of imagination and the bizarre, and is a testament to the artistic ingenuity of Johannes van Doetecum I.