Caryatidum (...) sive Athlantidum Multiformium (...) 1527 - 1591

This 16th-century engraving by Hans Vredeman de Vries entitled *Caryatidum (...) sive Athlantidum Multiformium (...)* depicts a series of six different column designs. Each column is formed by a woman's body, and the different styles of drapery and ornamentation showcase the artist's interest in classical and Renaissance architecture. The engraving exemplifies the Mannerist style, which blended classical elements with inventive and often fantastical forms. The *Caryatidum (...) sive Athlantidum Multiformium (...)* is a testament to the virtuosity of the artist, and his passion for architectural design.