Cartouche in kwabstijl 1648

This anonymous artwork is a cartouche from 1648, a decorative element commonly found in art and architecture. The cartouche features an intricate design of swirling, stylized scrolls and foliage, creating a frame for the inscription within. The inscription details the title "A Paris" followed by information about the work’s publisher, Nicolas Sanson, a renowned geographer of the time. This artwork is a testament to the artistic and intellectual flourishing of 17th-century France.