Kalligrafisch ontwerp voor een titelprent 1605

This intricate calligraphic design, created by Jan van de Velde I in 1605, showcases the artist's mastery of penmanship. The elaborate flourishes and swirls form a delicate frame for a Latin inscription praising the art of grammar. Van de Velde's work, a testament to the flourishing of decorative arts in the early 17th century, demonstrates the precision and beauty that could be achieved through the simple act of writing. The piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a small yet powerful example of Dutch graphic design.