Diuerses Ornemens & Masque
Print
1676 (Published)
1676 (Published)
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This print was designed by Georges Charmeton and forms part of a set of ornament prints, published in 1676. Charmeton was a painter, but is better known for his ornament designs for panels, vases, corners and ceilings, in the style of Louis XIV.
This mask design is suitable for woodcarving, silver, ironwork and other materials. Baroque style, popular in Europe from the 17th to the mid 18th century, was characterised by dramatic, ornate and curving forms, often inspired by nature. Prints like these were produced as examples for artisans and craftsmen to copy from, and they were important in spreading the influence of decorative styles.
This mask design is suitable for woodcarving, silver, ironwork and other materials. Baroque style, popular in Europe from the 17th to the mid 18th century, was characterised by dramatic, ornate and curving forms, often inspired by nature. Prints like these were produced as examples for artisans and craftsmen to copy from, and they were important in spreading the influence of decorative styles.
Object details
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| Title | Diuerses Ornemens & Masque (series title) |
| Materials and techniques | Etching |
| Brief description | George Charmeton. 1 of 5 plates from a suite of 6 designs for masques entitled 'Diuerses Ornemens & Masque'. French, 1676. |
| Physical description | Plate 6. |
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| Object history | One of a series of baroque designs for masks, suitable for woodcarving, silver, ironwork and many other materials. |
| Production | From a set entitled Diverses Ornemens & Masque(sic) |
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| Summary | This print was designed by Georges Charmeton and forms part of a set of ornament prints, published in 1676. Charmeton was a painter, but is better known for his ornament designs for panels, vases, corners and ceilings, in the style of Louis XIV. This mask design is suitable for woodcarving, silver, ironwork and other materials. Baroque style, popular in Europe from the 17th to the mid 18th century, was characterised by dramatic, ornate and curving forms, often inspired by nature. Prints like these were produced as examples for artisans and craftsmen to copy from, and they were important in spreading the influence of decorative styles. |
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| Accession number | E.1173-1923 |
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| Record created | May 17, 2005 |
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