Griffioen en schild met leeuwenkop 1866

This 1866 etching by Michel Liénard depicts a griffin and a lion's head. The griffin, a mythical creature with the head and wings of an eagle and the body of a lion, is shown perched atop a base with an intricately carved lion's head. The detailed drawing showcases Liénard's skill in capturing the intricate details of the decorative elements, highlighting the beauty of architectural ornamentation. This design would have been intended for use in a decorative context, perhaps as a design for a capital or other architectural feature.