The Triumph of Tobias

Dirck Volckertz Coornhert after Maerten van Heemskerck

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a bearded man riding a donkey while holding a long staff. The man is wearing a flowing cloak and hat. The landscape features another man, a woman, and a shack behind them. The drawing illustrates a narrative scene with intricate detail. The man, identified as Tobias, is depicted riding a donkey, accompanied by a small dog leading the way in the foreground. The woman gestures towards the path, while behind her, a banner with an emblem adds authority to the depiction. The background shows a pastoral setting with trees and architectural structures. In the bottom section of the drawing, there is a piece of Latin text. The composition is rendered with precision in lines, showcasing a classic style, likely influenced by Renaissance art.