Artwork
Brooch with Fantasy Creatures Blowing Horns at Top and Winged Griffins at Bottom
Brooch with Fantasy Creatures Blowing Horns at Top and Winged Griffins at Bottom is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Daniel Mignot. It dates from 1596 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Brooch with Fantasy Creatures Blowing Horns at Top and Winged Griffins at Bottom is a 1596 engraving by Daniel Mignot, depicting a decorative brooch with mythical motifs.
Subject & Meaning
The subject features fantasy creatures blowing horns at the top and winged griffins at the bottom, symbolizing a blend of mythological and possibly heraldic elements, though specific interpretations of these motifs in this context are unclear.
Technique & Style
Executed as an engraving, the work showcases the medium's capacity for intricate details and fine lines, characteristic of Mignot's precise craftsmanship.
History & Provenance
Created in 1596 by Daniel Mignot, the engraving's historical context and ownership history prior to its current location are not detailed in available information.
Artist & collection
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