Letter R met kroon en scepter op een kussen 1639 - 1643

Claude Mellan's "Letter R met kroon en scepter op een kussen" (1639-1643), a detailed engraving, features a stylized letter "R" resting on a cushion with a crown and scepter leaning against it. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Mellan's masterful use of line and intricate detail. This piece exemplifies the highly decorative style of engravings in the 17th century, often used for initials and decorative elements in manuscripts and books. The delicate lines and ornate framing create a sense of refined elegance, highlighting the beauty of letterforms as artistic elements.