Trofeeën met schilden after 1771

"Trofeeën met schilden" (Trophies with Shields) is an engraving by Pierre François Tardieu, created after 1771. This detailed print, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts two elaborate arrangements of military and religious symbols. These trophies, likely representing the attributes of a ruler or a nation, feature shields, swords, books, and other objects, all intricately interwoven. The print's meticulous detail showcases Tardieu's skill in capturing the weight and texture of the objects, providing a visual record of 18th-century decorative arts and symbolism.