Three Brooches with Fantasy Birds at Left, Right, and Bottom
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1596
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Three Brooches with Fantasy Birds at Left, Right, and Bottom is a 1596 ink by Daniel Mignot, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows three ornate brooch designs arranged in a triangle. Each brooch has a central floral pattern with swirling leaves, diamonds, and small circles. On the sides and bottom, there are small, stylized birds with curled tails and feathers. The birds look almost like mythical creatures, adding a touch of fantasy to the detailed metalwork. This style was popular for jewelry in the 1500s. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this created intricate designs with just a needle.
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