Designs for Two Reliquary Caskets; at top Bishop; at bottom: Skulls and Bones 1700 - 1780

This anonymous drawing from the 18th century showcases two designs for reliquary caskets, crafted in the ornate Rococo style. The top design features a bishop, while the lower depicts skulls and bones, a symbolic motif referencing mortality. The intricate details of the caskets, such as the swirling volutes, delicate scrolls, and winged figures, demonstrate the artist's mastery of the Rococo aesthetic. These designs, intended for a religious context, highlight the decorative and symbolic significance of reliquaries in European art.