Ornament met sater en naakte vrouw en verschillende ronde ornamenten 1690 - 1710

This ‘Ornament met sater en naakte vrouw en verschillende ronde ornamenten’ was created by Gerrit Visscher, using a printmaking technique. The fine lines that define the forms speak to the method of its production. A metal plate, most likely copper, would have been meticulously engraved, capturing the intricate details of the satyr, nude woman, and surrounding ornaments. Ink is then applied to the plate, pressed onto paper, resulting in the image we see. The material qualities of the print—its smoothness, its monochromatic palette—belie the labor involved in its making. Each line represents a deliberate cut into the metal, a testament to the artisan's skill and patience. Ornament prints like this one would have been used as inspiration for luxury goods. By understanding the relationship between material and making, we can better appreciate the cultural significance embedded within this print, moving beyond conventional boundaries of art history.