Es en roos 1617

Crispijn van de Passe (II)'s 1617 engraving, *Es en roos*, is a detailed botanical illustration of a rose and a flowering branch. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the Dutch Golden Age's fascination with the natural world. Van de Passe, known for his masterful engravings, captures the delicate details of each plant, showcasing the intricacies of their leaves and flowers. This print, measuring 138 mm high by 195 mm wide, demonstrates the precision and artistry of the period's botanical illustration.