Ovaal met in het midden een vrouw met vleugels c. 1571 - 1623

"Ovaal met in het midden een vrouw met vleugels," a small etching by Johann Israel de Bry, exemplifies the intricate designs of Mannerist ornament. Dated c. 1571-1623, the piece is a fine example of de Bry's skill in creating complex, decorative compositions. The central female figure with wings, surrounded by swirling vines, birds, and other fantastical creatures, creates a dynamic and visually captivating design that reflects the Mannerist love of ornate detail and a play of light and shadow. This small, but intricately detailed, work remains a notable example of de Bry's mastery of the printmaking process, and is a testament to the enduring beauty of Mannerist ornamentation.