Design for the Frame of a Funerary Plaque with the Coat of Arms of Roger II de Saint Lary, Duc de Bellegarde 1614 - 1624

Etienne Martellange's "Design for the Frame of a Funerary Plaque with the Coat of Arms of Roger II de Saint Lary, Duc de Bellegarde" (1614-1624) is a detailed architectural drawing that showcases the artist's expertise in decorative design. The drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a grand and elaborate frame intended for a funerary plaque. The design incorporates ornate elements like a coat of arms, scrolling foliage, and winged figures, reflecting the popular trends of the period. The overall symmetrical composition and precise details exemplify the refined aesthetic of Renaissance and Mannerist styles.