Vaas in cartouche c. 1650 - 1664

This etching, “Vaas in cartouche,” created by French artist Jean Lepautre between 1650 and 1664, depicts a vase adorned with intricate details and surrounded by a decorative frame. Lepautre was known for his ornamental designs and this print is a prime example of his mastery of the Baroque style. The vase, central to the composition, is richly embellished with scrolling foliage, putti figures, and grotesque masks, emphasizing the Baroque penchant for exuberance and ornamentation. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, would have been used as inspiration for decorative elements in architecture, furniture, and other interior design applications.