Bloemen en papierrol 1755 - 1768

"Bloemen en papierrol" (Flowers and Paper Roll), a delicate engraving by Clément Pierre Marillier, is a fine example of Rococo design, a style characterized by its playful, asymmetrical ornamentation. Created between 1755 and 1768, the artwork features a scroll adorned with foliage and flowers, a design motif popular in the Rococo era. The scroll itself bears the inscription "Premier Recueil de Chiffres Inventés par de Saint Aubin, Definateur du Roi, A.P.D.R.", which translates to "First Collection of Ciphers Invented by Saint Aubin, King's Designer, A.P.D.R". The artwork's elegant lines and intricate details highlight the Rococo aesthetic, which emphasizes grace and refinement. This print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the intricate skill of Marillier, a French artist known for his decorative engravings.