Two Panels of Ornament Design
Medium
Classification
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Purchased for the Museum by the Advisory Council
Accession Number
1921-6-289-1
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
**Two Panels of Ornament** by Charles Errard (c. 1601–1689) showcases the elegance of French 17th-century decorative arts Created as a print between 166 and 1689, this work consists of two intricately designed panels, reflecting Errard's expertise as a versatile artist who bridged painting, engraving, and design. Acquired by the Smithsonian American Art Museum through the Advisory, it highlights the museum's commitment to preserving influential European prints that shaped global aesthetics. During Louis XIV's reign, ornamental designs like these were vital for grand architectural projects, fu...