Study for a Cartouche 1672 - 1742

This "Study for a Cartouche" by Gilles-Marie Oppenord, created between 1672 and 1742, exemplifies the artist's mastery of Rococo ornamentation. The drawing features a meticulously rendered cartouche, framed by intricate details like sculpted foliage and a whimsical, grotesque creature. Oppenord's delicate, detailed penmanship brings a sense of dynamism to the design, conveying the grandeur and opulence characteristic of the Rococo style. This preparatory drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a glimpse into the creative process behind Oppenord's architectural and decorative designs, underscoring the meticulousness of his approach.