Design for a Fan: Courtly Figures in a Landscape c. mid 17th century

This etching, created by French artist Noël Cochin in the mid-17th century, is titled *Design for a Fan: Courtly Figures in a Landscape*. The print is a design for a fan, featuring an elaborate, swirling frame with a central scene of figures in a park setting. The figures are elegantly dressed, suggesting a courtly gathering. The detail and the design of the frame are hallmarks of the Baroque period, with its emphasis on ornate decoration and complex compositions. The scene is a microcosm of a larger social gathering, reminding viewers of the importance of leisure and the celebration of art in the lives of the wealthy.