Vrouw uit India 1562

François Desprez's "Vrouw uit India," a wood engraving from 1562, depicts a woman from India in traditional dress. She holds a horn to her mouth, suggesting she may be playing a musical instrument, while her elaborate headdress and detailed clothing showcase the beauty of her culture. This small-scale artwork, measuring 146 mm in height and 86 mm in width, exemplifies the Renaissance fascination with exotic lands and peoples. The use of engravings allowed for mass production and dissemination of visual knowledge about the world, making this piece an important cultural document of the time.