Cartouche met kalligrafie, rolwerk loopt onderaan uit in hermen 1569

This intricate 1569 print, "Cartouche met kalligrafie, rolwerk loopt onderaan uit in hermen," by Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, exemplifies the elaborate decorative style of 16th-century Dutch art. The piece is a masterful example of a cartouche, a decorative frame often used to enclose text or an image. The ornate design features intricate scrolls, stylized figures, and a central space reserved for calligraphic inscription. The work is housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a testament to the artistry and skill of the Van Doetechum workshop.