Two Leopards Jumping a Festoon Supported by Children

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of mythological creatures and animals intertwined with a decorative garland. The etching depicts a group of putti interacting with animated animals that are entwined in a garland. The putti are adorned with garland and grapevine motifs. The animals bear comically exaggerated features. The use of lines and shading gives a sense of texture to the fur and the foliage. This etching combines elements of nature and mythology in a harmonious composition.