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Simon Gribelin, II

Plate One, from A New Book of Ornaments

1704
Engraving on ivory laid paper
19.6 × 16.1 cm (7.7 × 6.3 in)

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

Simon Gribelin II’s charming set of 12 engravings makes up a book of ornament patterns that could be copied by artists and perused by enthusiasts. The detailed images in the New Book of Ornament Useful to All Artists alternate between sinuous frames with historical and mythological cartouches and more schematic images in the shape of medallions, decorative bands, and jewelry.

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