Ovaal met gestileerde ranken waarin hoofden verwerkt zijn c. 1615 - 1630

This intricate etching, "Ovaal met gestileerde ranken waarin hoofden verwerkt zijn", by Dutch artist Hans Janssen, dates from around 1615–1630. It showcases Janssen's mastery of the "grotesque" style, which was popular in the early 17th century. The oval design is packed with stylized, intertwined vines and fanciful human figures, creating a captivating sense of movement and energy. The etching's small size, 64 mm by 48 mm, emphasizes the delicate detail and the intricate, almost baroque, nature of the artwork.