Vuurbok met guirlande en vuur 1772 - 1779

This detailed engraving by Jean Pelletier, titled "Vuurbok met guirlande en vuur," depicts a design for a decorative fireback, a piece of metal or stone placed at the back of a fireplace. The design, dated between 1772 and 1779, reflects the popular Neoclassical style of the period, featuring a symmetrical, geometric form and classical elements. The fireback is adorned with a stylized garland, flame motif, and a small, ornate sculpture. Now housed in the Rijksmuseum, this engraving provides insight into the decorative tastes of the late 18th century and the meticulous designs favoured during the Neoclassical period.