Gebogen fries met een mascaron tussen twee hoorns des overvloeds 1571 - 1639

This anonymous 16th-century print, "Gebogen fries met een mascaron tussen twee hoorns des overvloeds", showcases a detailed, intricate design. Two mythical creatures, with human torsos and fish tails, frame a central, grotesque human face. Their bodies are adorned with delicate foliate scrollwork, with the topmost tendrils supporting an eagle with outstretched wings. The creatures’ placement is reminiscent of a classic cornucopia motif. The artwork, though small in size, is a prime example of the intricate decorative engravings common in the 16th and 17th centuries.