Ketting met strikken 1770

"Ketting met strikken" is an engraving by L. van der Cruycen from 1770, now in the Rijksmuseum collection. The artwork depicts a series of decorative motifs, including a large, intricate wreath with bows and a variety of smaller floral and ribbon designs arranged around it. The overall composition is characterized by a delicate and graceful style, typical of 18th-century ornamental design. The engraving, a printmaking technique using a metal plate, is finely detailed and exhibits a clear and precise line quality. This artwork is likely a design for a decorative element for furniture or other objects. The ornate wreath and bows demonstrate the refined taste of the Rococo period, characterized by its emphasis on elegant and symmetrical patterns.