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Title Page (Le Titre)

Charles Germain de Saint-Aubin

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate title page with the text "PREMIER ESSAI DE PAPILLONERIES HUMAINES." The frame surrounding the text is intricate and features fabric, floral motifs, and ornamental patterns. The central area is left blank, with embellishments creating texture. A symbol resembling a butterfly or moth is at the top center of the page. The drawing emphasizes decorative arts with careful attention to detail.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1748, published in or after 1754
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4816 × 3225 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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