Letter L in een omlijsting met een vogel 17th century

This 17th century anonymous print is a decorative initial letter "L" with elaborate ornamentation in the style of the Renaissance. The letter itself is straightforward, while the background is filled with intricate, swirling floral patterns and scrolling foliage. The design incorporates elements of the grotesque, with fantastical, swirling, and sinuous patterns that seem to twist and turn in a dynamic composition. Such decorative initials, called "illuminated letters," were frequently used in manuscripts and books of the period to enhance their visual appeal and create an air of elegance.