Schrijfvoorbeeld met de tekst: Beproeft uwe vrienden (...) 1618

This intricate penmanship, titled *Schrijfvoorbeeld met de tekst: Beproeft uwe vrienden* (*Example of Writing with the Text: Test your friends*) was created by Lieven Willemsz. Coppenol in 1618. The piece is an example of a calligraphic exercise, showcasing the flourishing style of Dutch writing and lettering from the Baroque period. It is held in the Rijksmuseum and depicts a beautifully decorated capital letter 'B' as the opening of a text that includes proverbs on friendship. This piece is a testament to the skill and artistry of penmanship that thrived in the Netherlands during the 17th century.