Ornament Panel with Terms and Spiral Bases 1540 - 1545

This etching, "Ornament Panel with Terms and Spiral Bases," was created in 1540-1545 by the Italian artist Antonio Fantuzzi. Fantuzzi was a young artist who only lived to the age of 28. This intricate design, showcasing a central blank space for a coat of arms, features classical motifs like terms (statues of human figures), a garland, and a shield held by two figures. The composition is highly detailed and reflects the stylistic influence of the Renaissance period. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into Fantuzzi's short but impactful career as an engraver.