Modelli Artificiosi (...) Parte seconda (Plate 27) 1646 - 1652

Theodorus van Kessel's *Modelli Artificiosi (...) Parte seconda (Plate 27)*, a detailed etching from 1646-1652, features a highly intricate design of swirling volutes, seashells, and fantastical creatures. This piece is an example of ornamental art, popular in the 17th century, which was designed to be used as decorative inspiration for furniture, textiles, and other objects. The artist's meticulous detail and mastery of line create a sense of movement and depth, showcasing the beauty of nature through a fantastical lens.