Fragment met de knop van een degen 1516 - 1556

This anonymous 16th-century engraving, "Fragment met de knop van een degen," depicts an intricately designed column capital. The capital is adorned with three female figures flanking a central male figure, all with grotesque facial features. The overall design, rich in ornamentation and classical motifs, reflects the prevailing artistic tastes of the period, influenced by the revival of classical art and architecture during the Renaissance. This small-scale print, measuring 86 mm by 53 mm, serves as a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and artistic skill of the anonymous artist.