Cartouche met bovenaan en onderaan een masker c. 1654 - 1678

This etching by Jacob Lutma, titled "Cartouche met bovenaan en onderaan een masker", features a decorative frame with a grotesque mask at both the top and bottom. The detailed design, executed in the style of 17th-century Dutch Mannerism, was likely intended for use in a larger decorative scheme, perhaps on furniture or architectural elements. The exaggerated features and intricate details of the masks demonstrate the artist's skill and the popularity of grotesque motifs during this period. The piece, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of Dutch design in the 17th century.