Design for a Term with Two Embracing Satyrs, from: Curieuses recherches de plusieurs beaus morceaus d'ornemens antiques et modernes (...) 17th century

This 17th-century etching by French artist Jean Le Pautre is a design for a term, a decorative architectural element, featuring two embracing satyrs. Le Pautre, known for his architectural designs and ornamentation, presents a richly detailed and dynamic composition. The two figures intertwine, creating a sense of movement and energy, while the elaborate term below, with its grotesque face and swirling foliage, adds a layer of whimsical fantasy. This intricate design exemplifies the decorative spirit of the Baroque period and would have been intended for use in a variety of architectural contexts, like a palace or a grand building.