Guirlande met drie langwerpige vruchten en een perzik 1596 - 1633

This anonymous 17th century engraving depicts a garland of fruits and flowers with a bird perched atop. The work exemplifies the prevailing tastes for decorative, ornamental design in the Netherlands during this era, with its emphasis on intricate, symmetrical composition, detailed floral patterns, and rich, vibrant colors. The image is a testament to the skill of anonymous artists in creating aesthetically pleasing and symbolic works that captured the beauty of nature, reflecting the era's obsession with the natural world.