1670s French Jewelry Motifs — J.L. Durant Engraving (Les Maîtres Ornemanistes, Plate 40)

This late‑17th‑century French ornament plate from Les Maîtres Ornemanistes features jewelry motifs engraved by J.L. Durant (1670–1678). The designs showcase refined metalwork patterns, balanced symmetry, and the elegant decorative vocabulary used in elite French bijouterie workshops of the Louis XIV era. Crisp linework and sculptural detailing make this plate an excellent study piece for collectors of historical jewelry design and French ornamental arts.

Dimension: W 7 3/4" x H 11.5"

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