Lunar-shaped Ring Bezel and Grotesque Figures 1620 - 1630

This 17th-century print by French artist Noël Rouillard depicts a fantastical design incorporating grotesque figures and intricate ornamentation. The print features a central lunar shape adorned with a dense pattern of swirling vines and dots. Two winged creatures with human features flank the lunar shape, while a crowned figure appears at the top, suspended within a circle of stylized foliage. The artist's signature "N. 8." appears in the lower right corner. This ornate and symmetrical composition exemplifies Rouillard's distinctive style, which combined elements of Mannerism and the emerging Baroque.