Design for Armor Decoration 1510 - 1520

This print by Daniel Hopfer, a German artist active in the early 16th century, presents three elegant designs for armor decoration. Created between 1510 and 1520, the piece features delicate floral motifs arranged vertically in a rhythmic pattern. The intricate details, including stylized leaves, blossoms, and a small human figure, are typical of the ornate designs favoured during the Renaissance. This print exemplifies the artistic skill and ingenuity applied to decorative arts during this period, highlighting the growing interest in ornamentation and the fusion of nature with human creativity. The print is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.