Drukkersmerk van Plantijn c. 1600 - 1670

This is a printer's mark of Plantijn, made by an anonymous artist with an unknown date. This print captivates us with its symmetrical design. The image is anchored by a central motif of a hand holding a compass above an architect's square. The composition balances classical allegories of labor and constancy, framed within a cartouche adorned with fruit. Each element is meticulously placed, which draws the eye into the symbolic interplay. The motto "Labore et Constantia" wraps across the central space, thus binding the visual narrative. The formal structure suggests the intertwined relationship between work, perseverance, and the pursuit of knowledge, echoing the values of the printing house itself. It is not just a visual emblem; it is a declaration of Plantijn's commitment to these principles, inviting reflection on the harmony between effort and enduring quality.