Pot met deksel met insecten als ornament 1764

"Pot met deksel met insecten als ornament" is an etching created in 1764 by Italian artist Benigno Bossi (1727-1792). The detailed engraving depicts a ceramic pot with a lid adorned with intricate insect ornamentation. The pot's swirling design and the delicate detail of the insects showcase Bossi's mastery of the etching technique. This artwork is a testament to the 18th-century fascination with natural forms and decorative arts. It is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.