Cartouche voor het wapenschild van een kardinaal after 1576

This anonymous engraving, created after 1576, is a Cartouche for a cardinal's coat of arms. The piece showcases a detailed and intricate design, featuring two figures flanking a central blank shield. The figures are likely allegorical, possibly representing virtues or religious themes, with a putto holding a cardinal's hat at the top. The design incorporates elaborate scrollwork, floral motifs, and a serpent, all contributing to the overall sense of grandeur and symbolism typical of heraldic art. This piece is a prime example of the intricate designs used to represent and glorify individuals of high social standing during this era.