Twee gebogen nissen 1702

This etching by Daniël (I) Marot, titled "Twee gebogen nissen," depicts two elaborate architectural niches. The left niche features a large urn on a pedestal, while the right niche contains a classical sculpture of a woman and a cherub. The intricate detail of the architectural elements, including columns, arches, and floral ornamentation, is characteristic of Marot's style, which blended French and Italian influences. This print, dating to 1702, was likely intended as a design for a decorative element in a grand interior or garden. The use of engravings for architectural designs was a common practice in the 17th and 18th centuries, allowing architects and designers to share and reproduce their ideas widely.