Frontispiece for Callot's "The New Testament"

1635

Abraham Bosse

Associated Names
Abraham Bosse

Artist, French, 1602 - 1676

This is a drawing of an ornate text plaque with decorative elements. The central focus is a plaque inscribed with text in French, surrounded by elaborate scrollwork and decorative motifs, including a cherubic face at the top. The design incorporates flowing curves, ribbons, and two cruciform shapes on either side. The artistry is detailed with a sense of depth created by the intricate linework and shading.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    R.L. Baumfeld Collection

  • Accession Number

    1969.15.880

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Le Blanc, undescribed

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1854

  • Le Blanc, Charles. _Manuel de l'amateur d'estampes, contenant le dictionnaire des graveurs de toutes les nations, dans lequel sont decrites les estampes rares, precieuses et interessantes avec l'indication de leurs differents etats et des prix auxquels

1860

  • Meaume 37.

1924

  • Lieure, vol.7, p.96.

Wikidata ID

Q65506372

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