Uitgeversvignet van R.W.P. de Vries (1841-1919) 1884 - 1952

This small-scale woodcut, created by Reinier Willem Petrus de Vries between 1884 and 1952, is a publisher's vignette. It features a central shield with the artist's initials and the motto “Constantia et labore,” (Constancy and Labor) framed by a decorative border. The design showcases Art Nouveau’s characteristic stylized flora and fauna motifs. The vignette, likely intended for printed materials, exemplifies the artist’s mastery of the woodcutting technique. It would have been used to identify the publisher of books or periodicals and to enhance the visual appeal of printed materials.