Masker met twee kreeftescharen die slangen vasthouden 1555

This 1555 engraving by Frans Huys, a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance, is a striking example of grotesque imagery. It depicts a monstrous face with two lobster claws holding snakes, creating a bizarre and unsettling combination of animal and human forms. The artist's meticulous detail and masterful use of shading give the image a sense of realism, despite its fantastical subject matter. "Masker met twee kreeftescharen die slangen vasthouden" can be found in the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the Dutch tradition of exploring the grotesque and fantastical within the artistic landscape.