Ornament Panel Inscribed Victoria Augusta
1507
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1507
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image is a black-and-white design packed with swirling patterns. At the center are two round shapes—one with a face and a crown, the other with a heart-like shape. Around them, small human figures hold up banners, scrolls, and musical instruments. The edges are filled with leaves, flowers, and strange creatures peeking out from the corners. The crown and face in the middle might look like a royal family, but the rest is pure decoration. The artist used lots of lines and shapes to fill every inch of the panel. If you like this style, look up Renaissance to see more art like this.
