Brooch with Table-Stones, Winged Dragons at Top, and Griffins at Bottom

1596

Daniel Mignot

Associated Names
Daniel Mignot

Artist, German, active 1593/1596

The image depicts intricate geometric patterns intertwining with elaborate lines forming an abstract composition at the center. Surrounding the central pattern, two dragon-like creatures with elongated tails and detailed wings hover at the top corners. Below, two smaller dragon-like figures stand on hind legs with floral elements sprouting from their backs. On either side of the central design, two symmetrical elements resemble dragonflies.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.188

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 52, State only

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65071682

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