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A New Book of Ornaments Useful to All Artists

Simon Gribelin II

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a textured surface. It depicts a close-up view of a dark, slightly textured material. The texture creates a pattern of small, pebble-like shapes covering the entire area within the image boundaries. The surface is primarily dark blue or black, with a thin red border visible along the left edge. The lighting is soft and even, highlighting the surface's texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1704
Medium
bound volume with 12 engravings (including title page) on laid paper
Dimensions
6954 × 5453 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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