Goldsmith's Bouquet, from Newes Lauberbuechlein 1628 - 1666

"Goldsmith's Bouquet" is a 17th-century etching by Peter Aubry II, a prominent German artist. The intricate design features a stylized, almost abstract plant with numerous bulbous flowers and twisting, curling stems. This print, which is part of a larger collection of designs for goldsmiths, showcases the ornate and decorative style popular in the period, demonstrating the influence of Mannerism on decorative arts. This particular design, with its elaborate detail and clear focus on the floral motif, would have served as a pattern for jewelry, silverware, or other decorative objects.