Eleven Different Studs and Twenty-Three Ornaments
1593
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1593
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Eleven Different Studs and Twenty-Three Ornaments is a 1593 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a sheet of black-and-white sketches showing small decorative designs. You see things like swirls, animals (like lions and birds), shields, and fancy shapes that look like they could be on buildings or jewelry. Some designs have dots or lines inside them, and a few look like they’re holding up something, like a crown or a banner. The artist drew these to show different ways to decorate things—maybe furniture, armor, or buildings. The lines are all made with a sharp tool, creating shadows and details. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints before photography.
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