Op een fries staan drie gevleugelde vrouwelijke hermen c. 1525 - 1594

Hans Sibmacher’s “Op een fries staan drie gevleugelde vrouwelijke hermen” is a 16th-century engraving depicting a decorative frieze. The composition showcases three winged female figures standing atop a pedestal adorned with intricate scrollwork and stylized birds. This detailed ornamentation, characteristic of Renaissance decorative art, exemplifies the period’s fascination with classical motifs and the revival of ancient Roman and Greek designs. The use of line and hatching creates a delicate and sophisticated visual language, making it an ideal example of the decorative engraving style popular during the period.