Oval Blackwork Print with Birds, Insects and Fruits 1600 - 1620

This blackwork print by Claes Jansz. Visscher, created between 1600 and 1620, depicts a whimsical scene of birds, insects, and fruits in an oval frame. The print is executed in a stark black-and-white style, with the figures rendered in solid black against a white background. The composition is dense, with the elements arranged in a seemingly random order, creating a sense of playful chaos. The print was likely intended as a design for embroidery or other decorative arts. This "Oval Blackwork Print with Birds, Insects, and Fruits" is a fine example of Visscher's skill in creating intricate and elegant patterns.