Spits met bloemenvaas, draken en fruittrofeeën c. 1675 - 1700

Laurent Jansz Micker created this print, "Spits met bloemenvaas, draken en fruittrofeeën," using etching techniques. During the early modern period, the circulation of ornamental prints played a crucial role in the dissemination of artistic ideas and styles. Micker's print reflects the cultural embrace of classical motifs in the Netherlands at the time. The symmetrical arrangement and decorative elements evoke a sense of idealized beauty but also order. The combination of flowers, vases, dragons, and fruit suggests a world where nature and fantasy intertwine, creating a harmonious yet dynamic visual experience. What does it mean to see dragons juxtaposed with such delicate floral arrangements? Does this combination evoke a sense of power, magic, or something else entirely? Micker uses detailed designs and symmetrical compositions to create something beautiful and inspiring.