Cartouche met Fama die blaast op twee bazuinen 1565 - 1571

This intricate engraving by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, titled "Cartouche met Fama die blaast op twee bazuinen," is a striking example of the ornate style popular in the 16th century. Dated between 1565 and 1571, the artwork features a central cartouche, a decorative frame, adorned with a winged figure of Fama blowing two trumpets. The cartouche is surrounded by a complex and densely packed arrangement of decorative elements, including grotesque figures, scrolls, and floral motifs. This intricate composition exemplifies the Mannerist style, known for its exaggerated and often asymmetrical forms. This design, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, would have been used as a decorative element in printed materials or architectural designs of the time.