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This is a drawing of an architectural frame. The artwork includes an ornate vertical rectangular frame centered within a blank page, with detailed illustrations adorning its borders. The upper portion features figures draped in classical robes, while the lower section includes cherubs holding a garland and a small inset scene depicting individuals in discussion. The left and right borders include architectural elements and figures, with one side showing a building structure and the other a person engaged in labor under an archway. The frame's aesthetic is influenced by classical and baroque elements, emphasizing symmetry and detail.
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This is a drawing of an architectural frame. The artwork includes an ornate vertical rectangular frame centered within a blank page, with detailed illustrations adorning its borders. The upper portion features figures draped in classical robes, while the lower section includes cherubs holding a garland and a small inset scene depicting individuals in discussion. The left and right borders include architectural elements and figures, with one side showing a building structure and the other a person engaged in labor under an archway. The frame's aesthetic is influenced by classical and baroque elements, emphasizing symmetry and detail.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Border Illustration with Saints and Scenes from the Life of Christ

Netherlandish 17th Century

Date
1613/1646
Medium
engraving on laid paper [proof before letters]
Classification
Print
Accession number
1996.78.37
Credit line
William B. O'Neal Fund
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Portfolio and series

Series
[Album of Engravings] [volume]

Subjects and terms

  • Angel
  • Netherlandish
  • Christ
  • Musical instrument
  • Fabric
  • Figures
Provenance

Sir Edward Astley (1729-1802), Norfolk (Lugt 2774 on plate 14); Frank Linsly James (book plate dated 1881); (sale, London, Christie's, 26 June 1996, lot 206); purchased (via Artemis [David Carritt Limited]) by NGA, 1996.

NGA object ID 97201. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.