Cartouche met man met zwaard en vogel 1750 - 1762

This etching, created between 1750 and 1762 by the German artist Benedikt Winkler, is a striking example of Rococo ornamentation. The composition features a cartouche, a decorative element often used as a frame for text, surrounded by a dynamic arrangement of figures and symbolic objects. A man with a sword stands on a swirling, ornate base, facing a bird with outstretched wings. Below, a chain and cannon evoke themes of warfare and power. Winkler's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow create a sense of drama and grandeur, typical of the Rococo style.