Triumphal arch, from 'Éloges et discours sur la triomphante réception du Roy en sa ville de Paris ...' by Jean-Baptiste de Machault 1629

This Triumphal Arch print by Melchior Tavernier is a detailed engraving from 1629, showcasing the architectural style of the time. The image features a grand archway decorated with intricate carvings and sculpted figures. The archway is topped by a rectangular frame that encloses a scene of a mythical figure riding a seahorse. This piece is a fine example of the decorative and symbolic art of the early 17th century. The print was originally created for the book 'Éloges et discours sur la triomphante réception du Roy en sa ville de Paris...' which celebrates the King's triumphal entry into Paris.