Fonteinen met putti en meermannen 1672 - 1686

"Fonteinen met putti en meermannen" (Fountains with putti and mermen) is a 17th-century etching by Dutch artist Louis de Châtillon. The print, now located in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a detailed design for a fountain adorned with playful cherubs and muscular mermen. The two-part design depicts a grand, elaborate fountain structure, emphasizing the artistry and grandeur envisioned for such public displays in the Baroque era. The meticulous detail of the etching captures the dynamism of the water flow and the sculpted figures, revealing a fascination with the decorative and functional possibilities of fountains in 17th-century Europe.