Ornament met zeisen en buste / Vignet met duiven op globe by Bernard Picart

Ornament met zeisen en buste / Vignet met duiven op globe 1728

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photo of handprinted image

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light pencil work

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shading to add clarity

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old engraving style

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hand drawn type

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fading type

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pen-ink sketch

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ink colored

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pencil work

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shading experimentation

This etching by Bernard Picart, a prominent Dutch artist, depicts two intricate vignettes. The upper scene showcases a bust portrait within an oval frame, adorned with ornate flourishes and a floral garland. The bottom vignette features a globe with doves resting atop it, framed by stylized bows and ribbons. Created in 1728, this artwork exemplifies the refined decorative style prevalent during the Baroque era, showcasing a masterful use of line and detail. This print, held by the Rijksmuseum, is an example of Picart's renowned skill in engraving and ornamentation.

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