Fantastische fontein met jager en honden in gevecht met een beer before 1595

This detailed engraving by Wendel (I) Dietterlin, created before 1595, showcases a dynamic scene. A hunter, with his dogs, engages in a struggle with a bear, the scene taking place within a grand architectural setting. The elaborate detail of the columns and the intricately woven vines that embellish them suggest a fantastical element. The scene is filled with tension and drama, highlighting Dietterlin's masterful use of line and shading to capture movement and form. This print, with its intricate details and dramatic composition, is a testament to the artist's skill and the allure of the fantastical in 16th-century art.