Titelblad. Ovaal met de titel, omgeven door krulwerk c. 1500 - 1598

This anonymous title page from the late 16th century showcases the lavish and intricate designs typical of the period. Featuring a central oval frame with a stylized grotesque mask and flourishing scrollwork, it embodies the Mannerist style's penchant for decorative exuberance. The artwork's intricate details, including putti blowing trumpets and a stylized fruit garland, create a visually captivating and complex composition. The title page's inscription, "Veel schoene stvcken om te snyden ende te dryven den govdtsm eden seer die nstelycken anno 1598," hints at its original purpose: adorning a book of woodcarving designs.