Kan in de vorm van een slakkenhuis 1548

This 1548 engraving by Balthazar van den Bos, titled *Kan in de vorm van een slakkenhuis* (Jug in the Shape of a Snail Shell) is a masterful example of the decorative art style popular in the Netherlands during the 16th century. The intricate design features a human figure riding atop a fantastical snail shell jug, showcasing a playful fusion of classical elements with whimsical, grotesque details. The etching, housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Van den Bos's skill in rendering detail, capturing the delicate curves of the jug and the expressive features of the figures.