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Frontispiece

Nicolas Cochin

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate title page design. The drawing features a decorative frame with the text "RECUEIL DE DOUZE BACCHANALES De Poussin, Chappron, D'Origny, et autres - A PARIS, Chez Basan." The frame is adorned with illustrations of swirling clouds or smoke, grapevines, and a central figure at the top that resembles a classical mythological representation. The design has elaborate line work, typical of engravings for title pages or frontispieces.

Artwork Details

Date
1650s
Medium
etching with engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4761 × 2328 px
Public Domain
Yes
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