Targhe ed altri ornati di varie e capricciose invenzioni (Cartouches and other ornaments of various and capricious invention, page 10) 1773

This etching, *Targhe ed altri ornati di varie e capricciose invenzioni* (Cartouches and other ornaments of various and capricious invention) by Jacob Floris, is a page from a larger book of decorative designs. The etching, published in 1773, shows a rectangular cartouche surrounded by fanciful ornamentation including winged lions and swirling vines. Floris was a Flemish artist known for his Mannerist style, which is characterized by exaggerated forms and dramatic compositions. The intricate details and dynamic arrangement of the elements in this etching are typical of Floris's work. This print would have been a valuable resource for artists and craftsmen looking for inspiration for their own designs.