Triumphal arch, from 'Éloges et discours sur la triomphante réception du Roy en sa ville de Paris ...' by Jean-Baptiste de Machault 1629

This intricate etching by Melchior Tavernier, dating back to 1629, depicts a triumphal arch. This architectural design showcases a grand archway, adorned with a royal crown and numerous coats of arms. The detail of the archway's structure, along with the figures flanking the sides, highlights the grandeur and prestige associated with such monumental structures during the 17th century. This etching would have been part of a larger publication, potentially a book celebrating a royal event, and provides a glimpse into the decorative art of the period. The etching, a form of printmaking, is a testament to the skill of the artist and the artistic trends of the time.