Letter C in een omlijsting met een wolf of een hond 17th century

This 17th-century anonymous woodcut depicts the letter "C" surrounded by an intricate, swirling frame of foliage and a wolf or dog. The animal is set against the curvature of the letter and appears to be howling, adding a dynamic quality to the composition. The detail of the frame, the intricate design of the animal, and the clear execution of the woodcut suggests the piece was likely part of a larger alphabet or book illustration, potentially for a religious or devotional text. This print exemplifies the use of decorative letterforms common in early printing, combining artistic skill with functionality.