Frieze with Birds Perched on Scrolling Tendrils 1568 - 1633

"Frieze with Birds Perched on Scrolling Tendrils" is a 16th-century engraving by Hieronymus Bang, a prominent Dutch artist. This delicate artwork, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases a frieze design brimming with intricate detail. The piece features a lively arrangement of birds perched on scrolling tendrils interwoven with blossoming flowers. The birds are depicted in various postures, their wings spread and their beaks open, adding a sense of movement and life to the composition. The intricate details and refined execution are hallmarks of Bang's work, demonstrating his mastery of the engraving technique.