Arms of Karl Philip von Greiffenklau, Prince-Bishop of Wurzburg

Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring various symbolic elements. The scene includes mythical and allegorical figures in the sky above an architectural depiction of a castle. The main figures consist of an angelic figure with wings, holding a cross and a trumpet, accompanied by others holding shields and a crosier. Below them is a detailed illustration of a grand building with domed towers, surrounded by trees, and fortified walls. The composition is executed in fine lines typical of etching.