Mascarons Collection

Vase in metalled blue base with green ribbons and floral panel, vase in deep blue with mascarons
FLO4633331 Vase in metalled blue base with green ribbons and floral panel, vase in deep blue with mascarons, and pink vase with garlands of flowers

La Maison des Mascarons, a Mexico (engraving)
3645210 La Maison des Mascarons, a Mexico (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Maison des Mascarons, a Mexico)

Taurus front legs elevation Sic fox non vobis
Taurus with front legs on an elevation Sic fox non vobis / Si quid melius videris (series title on object) Black ornaments (series title)

Vases with floral decoration.. Chromolithograph by Gillot of an illustration by Edouard Garnier from The Soft Paste Porcelain of Sevres, Maison Quantin, Paris, 1891

Fourteen different heads of men, women, animals and mascarons, Bartholomeus Breenbergh, 1638

Medallion which Paris, sitting against a tree, print maker: Adriaen Collaert, 1570 - 1618

Medallion which a stroomgod, Adriaen Collaert, 1570 - 1618

Judgment of Paris, Pieter van der Heyden, Jacob Floris, Hieronymus Cock, 1566

Ceiling with a Medusa head in the middle, Pieter van der Heyden, Jacob Floris, Hieronymus Cock, 1566

Cartouche with a quote from Seneca, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

Oval cartouche with a quote from Valerius Maximus, print maker: Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

Cartouche with a quote from Cicero, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

Cartouche with a quote from Epictetus, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1555

Medallion featuring Juno with peacock, Adriaen Collaert, 1570 - 1618

Medallion featuring Mercurius. print maker: Adriaen Collaert, 1570 - 1618

Medallion which Venus with the Paris Apple in her hand and Amor by her side, print maker: Adriaen Collaert, 1570 - 1618

square cartouche with a quote from Seneca, Frans Huys, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Gerard de Jode, 1557

Gutturnium, Johannes or Lucas van Doetechum, Hans Vredeman de Vries, Hieronymus Cock, 1563

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"Mascarons: The Enigmatic Faces of Architectural Ornamentation" Step into the world of mascarons, where artistry and history intertwine to create captivating architectural masterpieces. From the grandeur of La Maison des Mascarons to the vibrant engravings in Mexico, these decorative elements have left an indelible mark on our cultural heritage. Vases adorned with intricate floral decorations transport us back to a time when craftsmanship reigned supreme. Each delicate petal and graceful stem tells a story of skilled hands breathing life into inert materials. In the heart of Paris' iconic Place Vendome, N. N. Mascarons stand proudly as guardians of history. These timeless sculptures, captured in Motifs historiques d´Architecture et de sculpture d´ornement, evoke a sense of awe and wonder that transcends time itself. Bartholomeus Breenbergh's collection showcases fourteen diverse heads - men, women, animals, and mascarons alike - each one possessing its own unique charm and character. Through his artistry, he invites us to ponder upon the intricacies and complexities that make up human existence. Medallions by Adriaen Collaert transport us further into mythological realms; Paris sitting against a tree or a stroomgod commanding nature's forces with grace. These exquisite prints serve as windows into ancient tales that continue to captivate our imagination. The Judgment of Paris depicted by Pieter van der Heyden captures a pivotal moment in Greek mythology - beauty pitted against beauty as gods vie for supremacy. This artwork reminds us that even amidst divine chaos, there is always room for aesthetic appreciation. Ceilings adorned with Medusa heads take us deep into the realm of symbolism; their gaze both alluring and terrifying at once. Pieter van der Heyden's collaboration with Jacob Floris and Hieronymus Cock creates an atmosphere where myth meets reality in breathtaking harmony.