Fries met putti 1768 - 1786

"Fries met putti" is an etching created by an anonymous artist during the late 18th century. The artwork features a decorative frieze adorned with putti, or cherubs, within a wreath of foliage. The central motif is a celestial globe, suggesting a theme of knowledge, exploration, and the cosmos. This etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the intricate detail and decorative flourishes common in Dutch art of the period.