Vignet met twee putti een kuras en zwaard smedend 1717 - 1783

This etching by Jacques Philippe Le Bas, titled "Vignet met twee putti een kuras en zwaard smedend", depicts two cherubs working at an anvil. The scene, set against a backdrop of an arched structure and a glowing sky, captures the essence of blacksmithing. Le Bas, a prominent French engraver active between 1717 and 1783, is renowned for his intricate detail and masterful handling of light and shadow. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and intricate composition characteristic of his style.