Title-page: De la Monarchie du Verbe incarné 1638

This etching by Abraham Bosse, entitled "Title-page: De la Monarchie du Verbe incarné," is a striking example of Baroque art. The image is a title page for a book, featuring a complex composition of figures and a decorative scroll. A central, oval-shaped frame containing text is encircled by a richly embellished ornate scroll that is flanked by two human figures. The central figure, likely a depiction of Jesus, holds a crown and is surrounded by heavenly clouds. The detail and intricate design of the scroll, the figures, and the text demonstrate the Baroque style's tendency towards dramatic theatricality and ornate details, intended to convey a message of religious authority. This artwork is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.