Ornament met centaur 1536

This intricate woodcut, “Ornament met centaur,” from 1536 by Monogrammist FG (active 1457 - 1594), is a prime example of decorative printmaking in the Renaissance. The composition features an elaborate, swirling pattern of stylized foliage that encircles a partially depicted centaur, a mythical creature with a human torso and a horse's body. The woodcut demonstrates the artist's meticulous attention to detail and skill in representing the complex interweaving of organic forms. This piece, a testament to the artistic flourishment of the period, was likely intended for use as a decorative element in book illustrations or other printed materials.