Fries met bladranken, kinderen en honden before 1678

"Fries met bladranken, kinderen en honden" (Frieze with foliage, children and dogs) is a detailed etching by the German artist Franz Ertinger. Created before 1678, the work is a fine example of Baroque ornamentation. The frieze features a dynamic composition, filled with intricately rendered foliage, putti, and even small dogs. This intricate design would have originally been used as a decorative element in a larger work, such as a book illustration or architectural design. The etching is now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into the decorative artistry of the 17th century.