Vaas met twee handvatten in de vorm van boomstammen c. 1650
georgestournier
pencil drawn
toned paper
light pencil work
pencil sketch
old engraving style
charcoal drawing
charcoal art
pencil drawing
pencil work
pencil art
This is a detailed engraving of a decorative vase by Georges Tournier, dating back to around 1650. The vase is adorned with intricate details, including two tree trunk-shaped handles, a central motif featuring a crowned head with foliage and two flanking figures, and elaborate floral designs. The design and execution showcase the meticulous artistry of 17th-century printmaking, reflecting a trend of replicating antique forms and decorative elements in a refined and idealized style. The engraving, now in the Rijksmuseum, offers viewers a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the era and the skill of the artist in capturing the nuances of form and texture.
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