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Framed Print : Design for Escutcheon, with Orb, n.d. Creator: Unknown
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Design for Escutcheon, with Orb, n.d. Creator: Unknown
Design for Escutcheon, with Orb, n.d
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36203616
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Black Chalk Door Door Handle Doors Escutcheon Genoa Keystone Archives Plate Skull Skulls Wash Laid Paper
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the intricately designed Escutcheon with Orb. This exquisite piece, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the beauty of traditional heraldry with its intricate patterns and ornate orb. The unknown creator's mastery of the art is evident in every detail, making this a truly unique and captivating addition to any space. Our high-quality framing enhances the print's beauty, preserving its intricacies for generations to come. Elevate your decor and bring history into your home with this stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This design for an escutcheon, or decorative door plate, features an intricately detailed orb at its center, surrounded by a delicate keystone arch. The orb is adorned with a black chalk and brown wash rendering of a skull, adding an unexpected and thought-provoking element to the otherwise ornate design. The use of black chalk and brown wash on ivory laid paper creates a rich, textured effect, enhancing the depth and detail of the drawing. The origin of this design is uncertain, with some art historians suggesting it may originate from Germany during the seventeenth or eighteenth century. Others propose an Italian influence, possibly from Genoa, given the ornate decorative style. Regardless of its country of origin, this design showcases the intricate and detailed craftsmanship of the time, reflecting the cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the period. This design for an escutcheon is a rare and intriguing find, offering a glimpse into the decorative arts of the past. It is currently housed in the Prints and Drawings department of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world. The delicate balance between the ornate and the macabre in this design serves as a reminder of the complex and multifaceted nature of historical art, inviting us to explore the stories and meanings hidden within its lines and shapes.
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