Hyacinth-Shaped Brooch with Birds at Top and Devil's- and Angel's-Head at Bottom

Daniel Mignot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an intricate ornamental design. The image features a symmetrical composition with central floral motifs resembling stylized flowers or foliage forming a vertical column. Geometric shapes and curved lines decorate the central axis. Flanking the design are two bird-like figures with elongated necks. Additional ornamental elements include hanging baskets of foliage, winged forms, and suspended ribbons. Roman numerals are labeled at the bottom.