La Gloria et l'Honore di Ponti Tagliati, E Ponti in Aere, page 8 (recto) 1556

This woodcut, from a 1556 pattern book by Matteo Pagano, features a design for a decorative border. The intricate design incorporates a central motif of a human figure entwined with a serpent, surrounded by a repeating pattern of stylized leaves, flowers, and grapes. This print, part of the "La Gloria et l'Honore di Ponti Tagliati, E Ponti in Aere" series, exemplifies the artistic trends of the 16th century, demonstrating the importance of ornamentation and detail in Italian Renaissance art.