Frieze with Rinceaux, a Siren and Four Children 1541 - 1543

"Frieze with Rinceaux, a Siren and Four Children" is a 16th-century engraving by the Italian artist Enea Vico. The piece showcases Vico's mastery of intricate detail and flowing lines, characteristic of the Renaissance style. The central figure, a siren, is depicted with delicate features and surrounded by four children. Elaborate rinceaux (scroll-like patterns) and foliage adorn the frieze, creating a visually rich and harmonious composition. This artwork, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the decorative and symbolic elements prevalent in Italian Renaissance art.