Ontwerp van een schrijfvoorbeeld: Rien ne sert aux hommes (...). 1605

This intricate pen and ink drawing by Dutch Golden Age artist Jan van de Velde I showcases his mastery of calligraphy. Created in 1605, the design for a writing sample titled "Rien ne sert aux hommes (...)." (Nothing serves men...) features flowing, decorative flourishes intertwined with French text. This work exemplifies van de Velde's talent for elegant and refined lettering, typical of the artistic style of the time. The drawing is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.