Oval Pendant Decorated with Schweifwerk, Surrounded by Smaller Motifs and Crowned by a Baldachin 1614 - 1619

This intricate engraving by Jacques Hurtu, dated 1614-1619, is a prime example of "Schweifwerk" - a style of ornament using flowing, serpentine forms popular in the early 17th century. The central oval pendant is framed by a delicate canopy and symmetrical motifs, showcasing Hurtu's mastery of intricate design. The piece, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, likely served as a model for jewelers or metalworkers seeking inspiration for intricate, highly ornamented designs.