Fries met leeg rond medaillon boven cartouche met masker c. 1680 - 1690

This anonymous, undated engraving, likely created between 1680 and 1690, is a quintessential example of Baroque ornamentation. The intricate design features a central cartouche with a mask framed by elaborate, scrolling foliage. This piece, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrates the characteristic exuberance and dramatic flourishes of the Baroque style. Its detailed, symmetrical composition and use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and movement, while the intricate floral motifs highlight the artistic virtuosity of the period.