Oval Watchcase with Birds and Smaller Motifs

ca. 1614–19

Not on view

Part of a series of 6 with goldsmiths designs executed in the blackwork technique. Design for an oval watchcase, probably used as a pendant, with Roman numerals and decoration in Schweifwerk. The case is surrounded by smaller motifs, both engraved and in blackwork.

Artwork Details

Title: Oval Watchcase with Birds and Smaller Motifs
Artist: Jacques Hurtu (French (active 1584–1635))
Publisher: Pierre Firens I (Flemish, Antwerp 1580–1638 Paris)
Date: ca. 1614–19
Medium: Blackwork and engraving
Dimensions: Sheet (Trimmed): 4 1/16 × 2 3/4 in. (10.3 × 7 cm)
Classifications: Prints, Ornament & Architecture
Credit Line: Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1924
Object Number: 24.84.7
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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