Renouvellement d'Alliance avec les Suisses 1663 (Renewal of Alliance with the Swiss 1663) [pl. 18]

Jean-Baptiste Massé (designer) and Nicolas-Gabriel Dupuis (engraver) after Charles Le Brun

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an elaborate decorative scene centered around an oval frame depicting a handshake. The drawing features a detailed and ornate design, with the central oval frame enclosed by intricate floral motifs and architectural elements. Surrounding the frame, there are two muscular figures positioned on each side. Above the figures, cherubic forms recline amidst a garland of flowers. The interior of the oval frame within the main structure displays a scene of two figures in classical attire shaking hands, with others observing. The overall style is reminiscent of baroque design, emphasizing grandeur and elaborate detail.