Title Page for Frederik de Marselaer, Legatvs

Cornelis Galle II after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an allegorical scene. In the center, there is a figure who is crowned and flanked by two other figures on pedestals. On the left, a figure in ancient armor holds a spear with a plumed helmet. On the right, a draped figure holds a caduceus and wears a winged hat. Above them are two winged beings surrounding the central figure and an eye symbol. Below, there is a cartouche with ornate decorations and cherubic figures dancing in a circle. The drawing is done in a detailed, classical style with fine lines and shading.