Os aan het spit, plaat [PP] 1530 - 1536

"Os aan het spit, plaat" (Ox on the Spit, Plate) is a 16th-century engraving by Nicolaas Hogenberg, a Dutch printmaker and cartographer. The detailed image depicts a scene of an ox being roasted on a spit. The central figure is a large ox lying on its side, its body prepared for roasting over a fire. Surrounding the ox are people working on the spit, as well as tools and other equipment for the preparation of the meal. The image is believed to have been created for a book or series of prints about the activities of rural life. The image is a representation of 16th-century life and the practices of meat preparation. The realistic and detailed depiction of the scene showcases Hogenberg's skill as an artist. "Os aan het spit" is an interesting piece of art history that offers a glimpse into the traditions and daily life of a bygone era.