Ornamentele lijst met tekst 1594

This is a 1594 engraved print by Johann Sadeler I, known as Ornamentele lijst met tekst (Ornamental Frame with Text) from the Rijksmuseum. The print features a central rectangular frame with a text in Latin inside and is framed by a border of botanical illustrations. The artist is known for his highly detailed and realistic engravings of plants and flowers. The print showcases his meticulous attention to detail and mastery of the engraving technique. The visual language of this artwork is characteristic of the Renaissance period, with an emphasis on humanism, naturalism and craftsmanship. This print would have been popular for its aesthetic beauty and educational value in the 16th century.