Randdecoratie met onderaan een kreeft, een zeehond en een krab after 1611

This decorative frieze, featuring a delightful array of animals, was created by Henri Le Roy around the mid-17th century. It is made from ink on paper. With its crisp lines and intricate details, the print exemplifies the engraver’s art. The relatively small scale would have required meticulous skill and control, resulting in the delicate patterns and textures of the image. Consider the precision needed to depict the varied fauna, from the birds perched amidst scrolling foliage to the lobster, seal, and crab that occupy the lower register. The print is a testament to the engraver's labor, skill, and the cultural values placed on artisanal craft. Its original use would have been connected to luxury and taste - perhaps serving as an inspiration for larger scale works in tapestry, woodwork or plaster. In any case, this print offers an intriguing glimpse into the world of early modern design. Appreciating it involves understanding the labor and craft that brought it into being.