Drie sirenen 1516 - 1556

"Drie sirenen" is an anonymous engraving from the Netherlands dated between 1516 and 1556. This small, intricate design features a central female figure adorned with a headdress and surrounded by various decorative motifs, including three sirens, cherubs, and floral elements. The composition, with its balanced symmetry and decorative details, reflects the artistic trends of the Northern Renaissance. It is likely that this work was intended as a decorative design for a printed book or other printed materials. Currently, the artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum.