Blackwork Print with Three Crosses and Foliate Scrolls, from a Series of Blackwork Prints for Goldsmiths' Work 1615

"Blackwork Print with Three Crosses and Foliate Scrolls, from a Series of Blackwork Prints for Goldsmiths' Work" is a blackwork print created by Etienne Carteron in 1615. The intricate design features three crosses adorned with foliate scrolls, creating a symmetrical and elegant composition. This print, part of a series intended for use by goldsmiths, showcases the delicate and intricate patterns popular in the early 17th century. The blackwork technique, using only black ink on white paper, emphasizes the detailed ornamentation, making it ideal for translating into metalwork. The print is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.