Two decorates Frieze Designs for Cornices, from: Frise pour les architraves, corniches et autres ornaments d'architecture 1666

"Two Decorates Frieze Designs for Cornices" is a design for architectural ornamentation, from a series of prints titled *Frise pour les architraves, corniches et autres ornaments d'architecture*. Created by Jean Le Pautre in 1666, the print depicts two detailed friezes, each showcasing a unique combination of mythological figures, fantastical creatures, and swirling foliage. This work is a prime example of the Baroque style, which embraced dynamism and ornamentation. Le Pautre’s designs were influential in the development of French decorative arts, and this print, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers insight into his masterful craftsmanship.