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Cartouche

François Collignon after Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate cartouche featuring two winged cherubs, an intricate and decorative design. The cherubs are seated amidst scrolls and foliage motifs, with a lion's head at the center holding rings in its mouth. Ribbons and flourishes extend from the lion's head, adding to the baroque-inspired elegance of the piece.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1646
Medium
etching
Dimensions
5186 × 2582 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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