Schelpachtig ornament waarin figuren gevangen zitten. 1556

This intricate 1556 engraving, attributed to Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, is a striking example of Mannerist art. The composition is a complex and somewhat grotesque entanglement of figures and forms, characterized by elongated limbs, distorted perspectives, and the use of fantastical creatures and ornamentation. The central motif appears to be a tree, with its branches and roots morphing into human figures, showcasing the Mannerist fascination with the grotesque and the uncanny. The work is a captivating example of the intricate decorative and symbolic traditions of Northern Renaissance art.