Plate 12: a cartouche flanked by two winged infant satyrs riding on the heads of two rams, from 'Nouvelles inventions de Cartouches' 1647

"Plate 12: a cartouche flanked by two winged infant satyrs riding on the heads of two rams, from 'Nouvelles inventions de Cartouches'" is an etching by Stefano della Bella from 1647. The print features a cartouche, or decorative frame, flanked by two winged infant satyrs, each riding on the head of a ram. The cartouche itself is adorned with a complex and intricate design of roping and tassels. This etching is a perfect example of della Bella’s masterful use of line and detail, as well as his interest in the decorative arts. The work is a testament to the artist’s talent for creating both beautiful and functional design elements, and has been a source of inspiration for artists and designers for centuries.