Hoornen des overvloeds met staande putto 1596

"Hoornen des overvloeds met staande putto" (1596) is an etching by the Monogrammist SB, a 16th-century artist whose identity remains unknown. This small print, measuring 48 mm by 60 mm, presents a decorative design featuring a putto standing amidst a cornucopia overflowing with fruit. The design is surrounded by elaborate scrolling foliage, birds, and other ornamental elements. The work showcases the artist's skill in creating intricate and detailed engravings, typical of the Renaissance period. This type of design would have been used for decorative purposes, such as in book illustrations, furniture, or architecture.