Title-Page: Brooch, Snail-like Animals Above, Centaurs with Banners at Bottom
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1596
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a detailed engraving with a fancy, swirly design at the center. Around the top, two birds with long tails and curved beaks face each other. Below, two half-horse, half-human figures hold banners and ride on snail-like creatures. The background is mostly empty, letting the black lines stand out sharply. The tiny text at the bottom names the artist and says it was made in 1596. The design looks like something you’d see on old jewelry or decorations. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists create these sharp, precise lines.
