Large Pendant, Flora Standing, Holding a Fruit Garland
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Large Pendant, Flora Standing, Holding a Fruit Garland is a 1596 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a black-and-white engraving of a fancy chandelier. At the center hangs a figure holding a wreath of fruit, surrounded by small animals, plants, and swirling patterns. The design includes two hanging lanterns shaped like pears and a top bow with loops on the sides. The artist packed a lot into the details—look at the tiny birds, leaves, and scrollwork. The letters "D" and "F" mark two corner vases, and the middle reads "V II," which might be part of the design or a label. Want to see more like this? Check out engraving to learn how artists carved these intricate lines.
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