Roman Alphabet letter O with Louis XIV decoration 1700 - 1733

This intricately detailed engraving of the letter "O" by Bernard Picart, created sometime between 1700 and 1733, is a prime example of the Rococo style. The letter itself is adorned with elaborate, swirling flourishes and is framed by grotesque masks and leafy scrolls, characteristic of the period. This work, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, showcases Picart's mastery of the decorative arts and the exuberance of the Rococo era.