Perspectief 1528 - 1583

"Perspectief" is an engraving by the French artist Etienne Delaune, dating from 1528-1583. This intricate print is a study in perspective, featuring a female figure holding a compass and standing on a tiled floor, surrounded by elaborate, decorative details. The figure's pose and the vanishing point created by the perspective grid highlight the importance of this technique in the visual arts. The detail and precision of Delaune's work are evident in the fine lines and intricate patterns that fill the composition. This small-scale engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the world of 16th-century printmaking and the growing interest in perspective during this period.