Cucorongna and Pernoualla

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two fantastical creatures in a dramatic pose. The drawing portrays two peculiar, human-like figures with exaggerated, dynamic gestures. On the left, a creature labeled "Cucorongna" is depicted in an assertive stance, with a large feathered hat, a cape, and an almost skeletal physique. To the right, another figure labeled "Pernoualla" mirrors the first, with similar attire and posture. The scene is set against a rustic backdrop with small groups of figures and structures reminiscent of an ancient or mythical setting. The composition is executed with fine, fluid lines that capture the sense of movement and character.