Vlakdecoratie met zeemeerman 1548

This 1548 woodcut by an anonymous artist depicts a merman holding two fish and a smaller sea creature in its hand. The intricate design, featuring a decorative border and stylized drapery, is a typical example of 16th-century ornament. This small-scale work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the detail and craftsmanship of woodcuts in the era, likely serving as a decorative element in a larger publication or book.