Fries met witte moresken en arabesken op een zwart fond c. 1516 - 1571

This delicate frieze of white moresques and arabesques on a black ground was made by an anonymous artist. The work exemplifies how linear patterns can create a sense of rhythm. Notice how the contrast between the black background and the white designs accentuates the shapes and lines, each element carefully balanced to create a harmonious whole. The composition unfolds as a sequence of repeated motifs, each mirroring and complementing the next. The structural repetition speaks to the broader semiotic function of ornament, where each component contributes to an overarching theme, inviting us to decode the underlying patterns. The artist’s skillful control of form generates a visually engaging piece, revealing how patterns can convey meaning through both their aesthetic qualities and cultural associations. Each viewing offers a chance to reconsider its design and cultural significance.