Dedication Page Possibly 1551

This dedication page, likely created around 1551, is the work of Hieronymus Cock, a prominent Flemish printmaker and publisher known for his engravings and maps. The page features a dedication to Antonio Peronoto, Bishop of Arras, who was a prominent figure in the court of Charles V. The text is written in a formal, almost poetic style, highlighting Peronoto’s position as a patron of art and his admiration for antiquity. Cock’s signature is prominently displayed, emphasizing his role as the artist and publisher of this work.