Cartouche met groot masker 1634

This etching by Daniel Rabel, created in 1634, features a cartouche design that showcases a small, idyllic landscape scene. The cartouche's intricate, elaborate ornamentation, including a large mask at the base, reflects the Mannerist style, characterized by its decorative and theatrical nature. The cartouche frame, with its flowing curves and intricate details, acts as a visual counterpoint to the simplified landscape within. This print would have been used for decorative purposes, possibly as part of a larger publication.