Design for a Rocaille Cartouche with the Figure of Justitia, Plate 2 from an untitled series with architectural cartouches and allegorical figures 1745 - 1755

Jacob Gottlieb Thelot's "Design for a Rocaille Cartouche with the Figure of Justitia" is an intricate etching, part of an untitled series. The artwork, dated 1745-1755, showcases the Rococo style with its ornate, asymmetrical curves and scrollwork. The design features Justitia, the Roman goddess of justice, seated on a cartouche, holding a sword and scales. The detail of the cartouche, crafted from delicate scrolling elements, exemplifies the Rococo aesthetic, while Justitia's presence adds a classical touch.