Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Birds at Top and Devil's- and Angel's-Head at Bottom

1596

Daniel Mignot

Associated Names
Daniel Mignot

Artist, German, active 1593/1596

This is a drawing of an intricate ornamental design. The image features a symmetrical composition with central floral motifs resembling stylized flowers or foliage forming a vertical column. Geometric shapes and curved lines decorate the central axis. Flanking the design are two bird-like figures with elongated necks. Additional ornamental elements include hanging baskets of foliage, winged forms, and suspended ribbons. Roman numerals are labeled at the bottom.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.197

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 61, 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

Q65071709

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