The Hierarchy of the Heavens

Jost Amman

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a celestial scene filled with intricate figures arranged hierarchically. The image is detailed and composed of multiple layers with various groups of figures. There are ornamental borders with arabesques and floral patterns. Each layer features figures in different actions, creating a sense of movement and narrative. The upper part of the drawing is more elaborate, with converging lines indicating perspective and hierarchy. The details and arrangement suggest a story or progression, evoking grandeur and symmetry.