Hortulana, from Hortulanae series 1611

"Hortulana," from the "Hortulanae" series, is a 1611 etching by Jacques Bellange. This intricate print, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a young woman, adorned with a basket of produce and a fantastical headdress of a winged creature and serpent. The meticulous detail and graceful lines are characteristic of Bellange's style, reflecting the Mannerist tradition of emphasizing elegance and stylized form. This captivating image from the series, showcasing the beauty of the female form, is a testament to the artist's mastery of the etching medium.