Cartouche met kwabornament, onderaan een gevleugeld monster 1655

"Cartouche met kwabornament, onderaan een gevleugeld monster" is a 1655 design for a cartouche by Dutch Baroque artist Pieter Hendricksz. Schut (1619-1660), now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The piece is an elaborate design featuring a swirling, organic cartouche framed by a winged grotesque beast. This drawing demonstrates the typical Baroque penchant for dynamism, theatricality, and a sense of movement in its swirling flourishes and exaggerated forms. This piece is a fine example of Schut's masterful draftsmanship and artistic skill, showcasing the intricacies of his design and the artistry of his decorative details.