[Small Bouquets] 1659 - 1699

This intricate black and white engraving, titled "[Small Bouquets]" was created between 1659 and 1699 by Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer. The engraving depicts a stylized bouquet of flowers, including lilies, daffodils, and lily of the valley, tied together with a ribbon. Monnoyer, a French painter specializing in still life and flower pieces, created many such drawings of floral arrangements for his more elaborate paintings. The delicate detail of the engraving and the graceful composition of the flowers make it a beautiful example of the art of botanical illustration and a captivating work of art in its own right.