Design for a Knife Handle with the Personification of Charity 1580 - 1600

This 16th-century design by Johann Theodor de Bry shows a detailed design for a knife handle featuring the personification of Charity. The design is filled with intricate details, including floral motifs and a central oval containing a depiction of Charity, a figure holding two children. This artwork exemplifies the flourishing of decorative arts in the late Renaissance period, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship and symbolic representation prevalent at the time. De Bry, a renowned engraver and publisher, was known for his innovative techniques and attention to detail, bringing these ornamental designs to life in his engravings.