Ornamentlijst met putti en mascarons 1559

This elaborate woodcut frame titled "Ornamentlijst met putti en mascarons" (Ornament list with putti and mascarons) was created by Hans Rudolf Manuel Deutsch in 1559. The intricate design features a border adorned with putti (cherubs), mascarons (decorative sculptures), and a central space for text. This is a typical example of the decorative frame style popular in Renaissance printing, serving both aesthetic and functional purposes. The detail and intricate design showcase the artist's skill and the sophisticated printing techniques of the era. The frame is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, Netherlands.