Ornament

Ornament

Theodor de Bry

1563

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a tall, narrow engraving with black lines on a light background. At the top, a crown-like shape frames a small scene of two figures: one holds a scroll, the other points upward. Below, more figures appear in curved panels, surrounded by swirling patterns and decorative borders. The text "PSALMUS CIII" is written at the bottom. The intricate details use fine lines and shading to create depth. This style was common in Renaissance art, where artists explored both beauty and religious themes. Look up engraving to see how artists like Bry created these precise, layered images.

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