Twee vazen en arabesken 1817

"Twee vazen en arabesken" is a detailed black and white drawing by Pietro Ruga from 1817. The work displays decorative designs that were popular in the early 19th century, consisting of two classical urns with floral patterns and a frieze depicting a male figure surrounded by stylised leaves and tendrils. Ruga's use of fine lines and meticulous detail creates a sense of elegant refinement, typical of neoclassical style. This print could have been used as a design for decorative arts, showcasing the influence of classical ornamentation on 19th-century design.