Study for a Cartouche 1672 - 1742

Gilles-Marie Oppenord's "Study for a Cartouche" is a drawing from the 18th century, depicting a detailed design for an ornate frame. The drawing features two stylized hounds flanking a central oval space, with the top crowned by an elaborate vegetal motif and a sculpted boar's head at the base. This preparatory study exemplifies the Rococo style's characteristic emphasis on asymmetry, ornate detailing, and playful, naturalistic elements. The design would have been intended for use in architectural decoration, likely as part of a larger decorative scheme.