Three Brooches with Winged Snakes at Left and Right and Winged Griffins at Bottom

1596

Daniel Mignot

Associated Names
Daniel Mignot

Artist, German, active 1593/1596

This is a drawing of intricate heraldic and decorative motifs. The central focus of the image is a large, ornately detailed symmetrical design consisting of floral and geometric elements, topped with a grand crown-like structure. Surrounding this central design are various other intricate, symmetrical motifs, each also incorporating similar decorative elements with floral and geometric aspects. Above this centerpiece are two similar, smaller designs, also with crown-like features and adorned with complex patterns. Flanking the central motif at the bottom are two mythical creatures, each resembling a combination of a bird and a dragon, with long, flowing tails and holding tendrils in their beaks. Below these creatures, on each side, are tiny detailed figures. The background is plain.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.196

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 60, 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

Q65071707

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