Fries met twee putti die portretbuste tekenen before 1689

"Fries met twee putti die portretbuste tekenen" (Fries with Two Putti Drawing a Bust) is an anonymous etching from before 1689 currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The image depicts two putti, or winged cherubs, flanking a bust on a pedestal. Each putti appears to be engaged in artistic activities, one drawing while the other holds a musical instrument. The frieze design is filled with ornate detailing and motifs, including garlands, ribbons, and stylized foliage, creating a sense of artistic exuberance. The overall composition, with its symmetrical layout and careful use of line, is characteristic of Baroque art.