Ornament waarop linksboven en rechtsboven een insect zit 1500 - 1600

This anonymous 16th-century woodcut is an example of a decorative design featuring intricate floral patterns and stylized insects. The use of black and white creates a stark contrast, emphasizing the detailed craftsmanship. The composition is symmetrical, with two insects framing a central floral motif. Such designs were popular for printing on textiles or as decorative elements in books. The use of floral and insect imagery was common in Renaissance art, symbolizing beauty, nature, and the interconnectedness of life. The artist’s skill in manipulating line and form is evident in the delicate details of the floral tendrils and the stylized insect wings. This intricate design would have been admired by contemporary audiences as a testament to the artist's talent and the beauty of the natural world.