Ornament cartouche met putti 1862 - 1915

Frans van Kuyck's "Ornament cartouche met putti" is a detailed engraving created between 1862 and 1915. The artwork depicts a decorative cartouche, an ornamental frame typically used for inscriptions or titles. This cartouche is adorned with two cherubic figures known as putti. One cherub holds a lyre, while the other leans on a scroll. The inscription within the cartouche reads "E.M.K. ROSSEELS' DRAMATISCHE WERKEN IN VIJF DEELEN," highlighting the work as a title page for a collection of dramatic works by E.M.K. Rosseels. The elaborate details and the presence of putti suggest the artist's stylistic influence from Renaissance art. The engraved lines add a sense of depth and texture to the composition. This artwork is a fine example of van Kuyck's mastery of engraving technique and his appreciation for decorative elements.