Omnium fere gentium nostrae aetatis habitus, nunquam ante hac aediti 1569
ferandobertelli
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
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portrait
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allegory
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mannerism
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figuration
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11_renaissance
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pen-ink sketch
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engraving
"Omnium fere gentium nostrae aetatis habitus, nunquam ante hac aediti" (The Costumes of Almost All Peoples of Our Age, Never Published Before) is a title page engraving by Ferando Bertelli, dated 1569. It features two female figures, likely allegorical representations of Europe and Asia, standing within a decorative frame. The engraving is a testament to the growing interest in the diversity of cultures and fashion in the 16th century, serving as a visual introduction to a book showcasing various costumes.
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