Groteske vlakdecoratie met een vrouw en twee hermen 1516 - 1556

This anonymous 16th-century print, "Groteske vlakdecoratie met een vrouw en twee hermen", is a prime example of the grotesque style. Characterized by its playful blend of human and animal forms, the artwork features fantastical creatures intertwined with decorative elements. The central figure, a woman, is flanked by two herms – male figures with only a head and torso – and surrounded by a lively tableau of grotesque imagery, including a dragon, a lion, and a griffin. This work, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the intricate detail and imaginative spirit of Renaissance-era decorative art.