Two Eagles, Both with Heads Turned to the Left, On a High Cliff

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two large birds perched on a rocky landscape. The drawing depicts two birds with detailed feathers using fine lines. One bird is in the foreground on the right, gazing into the distance, while the second bird is placed slightly behind and to the left. The birds appear to be vultures or eagles, evident by their robust build and curved beaks. In the background, a rocky cliff can be seen to the right with minimal sketched lines indicating an expansive sky above. The overall composition captures a sense of wilderness and natural majesty in the backdrop of a rugged landscape.