Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi, page 11 (verso) 1530

This woodcut print from Giovanni Andrea Vavassore's "Opera Nova Universali intitulata Corona di racammi" (1530) showcases a grid of 28 distinct animal illustrations. The images range from common creatures like rabbits and turtles to fantastical beasts like unicorns and griffins, demonstrating the wide range of subjects explored in Renaissance natural history. The intricate detail and meticulous arrangement of the animals within individual squares highlight the artist's skill and the evolving understanding of the natural world during this period. The print, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, remains a fascinating example of early Renaissance natural history illustration.