Newes Modelbuch in Kupffer (second title page, 2r) 1604

This engraved title page, "Neues Modelbuch in Kupffer", was created by Johann Sibmacher in 1604. The intricate design showcases a Baroque style with swirling scrolls, cherubs, and a central oval containing the title. The text highlights the book's contents: new designs for copper engravings, suitable for various sizes and purposes. The title page, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the artistic and technical practices of early 17th-century Germany.