Artwork
Cartouche with Putti
Cartouche with Putti is a drawing by the Baroque artist Franz Xaver Habermann. It dates from 1704 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Cartouche with Putti is a drawing by Franz Xaver Habermann, created around 1704. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a decorative cartouche, a swirling frame filled with putti, or tiny winged figures, amidst foliage and scrollwork. A central oval shape, possibly a shield or mirror, is marked with red spots, potentially signifying a deliberate stain or mark.
Technique & Style
The cartouche is rendered in a style characteristic of the Baroque period, with intricate details and ornate decoration. The use of putti and elaborate foliage is typical of the era's decorative arts.
Context
This drawing reflects the ornate and elaborate aesthetic popular in the early 18th century, particularly in decorative arts and architecture.
Artist & collection
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