Cartouche omgeven door moresken, in de linker en rechter bovenhoek hangt een mascaron c. 1555 - 1560

This intricate engraving, created by either Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum around 1555-1560, exemplifies the ornate style of Mannerism. The design features a central cartouche, surrounded by a complex and symmetrical arrangement of interlacing geometric shapes, floral motifs, and fantastical creatures. The cartouche is framed by a decorative border adorned with swags of foliage, while the corners are occupied by grotesque mascarons - masks with exaggerated features - representing a popular artistic trope of the time. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the skill of the Dutch Renaissance artists in crafting intricate designs with a focus on both visual complexity and harmonious balance.