Headband: Two Infants with the Arms of France and Navarre 1600 - 1688

Claude Mellan's "Headband: Two Infants with the Arms of France and Navarre" (1600-1688) is a detailed etching that depicts two cherubs supporting a crown and coat of arms. The cherubs, depicted with delicate features, are positioned on either side of a heraldic shield adorned with the fleur-de-lis and chains, representing the combined arms of France and Navarre. Mellan's meticulous use of line, characteristic of his style, creates a sense of depth and realism. The composition, which is likely meant to be a decorative element for a larger work, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the essence of the heraldic motif within the constraints of a small format.