Cartouche met masker en guirlandes 1644

This 1644 print, "Cartouche met masker en guirlandes," depicts a cartouche, an ornamental frame often used for inscriptions. The cartouche is adorned with a grotesque mask and garlands of fruit, suggesting a celebratory tone. The inscription within the cartouche mentions a "Perfect Map" of the region, highlighting the decorative function of this work as a title page or other book illustration. This anonymous piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the intricate details and skilled craftsmanship typical of engraving during the 17th century.