A scallop shell chariot 1654

"A Scallop Shell Chariot" is a 1654 engraving by the English artist William Carter. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a chariot pulled by a horse and driven by two cherubs. The chariot is crafted from a scallop shell and the cherubs are depicted in a dynamic pose. The overall scene is rendered in intricate detail and is likely a decorative design element from a larger work. The print itself is a small work, measuring just 1 13/16 x 7 3/8 in (4.6 x 18.7 cm). The small size of the work may indicate that it was intended for a private collection or as a gift.