Large Strapwork Pendant with Two Hangers as Earrings at Left and Right
1584
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1584
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Large Strapwork Pendant with Two Hangers as Earrings at Left and Right is a 1584 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a fancy, symmetrical design of a pendant necklace. The centerpiece is a large, ornate strapwork shape with swirls and loops, topped with a crown-like feature. On each side, there are matching earring designs shaped like teardrops with small loops at the top. The whole thing is drawn with fine lines and shading, giving it depth. The intricate patterns look like they were meant to be worn, not just looked at. The artist used small dots and lines to create shadows and texture, which is typical for this kind of drawing. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists create detailed images like this.
