Ovaal met adelaar omringd door leeuwen en fantasiewezens 1594

Martin Pleginck's "Ovaal met adelaar omringd door leeuwen en fantasiewezens" (1594) is a small, detailed engraving depicting a heraldic eagle surrounded by four lions and four fantastical creatures. This intricate design, likely created for a personal coat of arms or emblem, exemplifies the artistic skill and symbolism of the late Renaissance era in the Netherlands. The artist's meticulous rendering of the animal forms and the subtle use of shading enhance the visual impact of the work, drawing the viewer's eye to the central eagle and its symbolic importance. This engraving, despite its small size, speaks volumes about the artistry and symbolism of its time.