Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Winged Animals at Top and Crouching Swans at Bottom
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Winged Animals at Top and Crouching Swans at Bottom is a 1596 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a detailed black-and-white drawing of a fancy brooch. The centerpiece is a flower shape with swirling leaves and small buds. Around it, four winged creatures—two griffins on top and two swans at the bottom—hold up the design with their beaks or talons. The artist used sharp lines and shading to make the metal look textured. The swans at the bottom have their wings folded, adding a quiet touch to the busy center. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists create these fine details.
