Design for a Clock, from 'Disegni Diversi'

Art Historical Context

This elegant etching and engraving, titled *Design for a Clock*, comes from the series *Disegni Diversi* and showcases the inventive ornamental style of Giovanni Giardini, with engraving contributions possibly by Maximilian Joseph Limpach. Created around 1714 or 1750, the print presents a richly detailed clock design incorporating birds, a coat of arms, and mirrored surfaces, reflecting the luxurious tastes of early 18th-century European interiors. As a work in the Metropolitan Museum’s Drawings and Prints department, it exemplifies how such prints served as practical models for craftsmen work...