Ornament met twee fasces 1683 - 1733

"Ornament met twee fasces" (Ornament with two fasces) is an etching by Dutch artist Bernard Picart, dated between 1683 and 1733. The intricate design features two crossed fasces (bundles of rods) tied together with ribbons, set within a frame of ornate scrollwork. This engraving, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, exemplifies Picart's mastery of the Rococo style, known for its delicate curves, florid ornamentation, and emphasis on asymmetry. The piece's small size, measuring 66 mm by 120 mm, hints at its intended use as a decorative element in larger works or for personal collections.