Border Illustration with Heaven and Hell "Corpora S.S."

Netherlandish 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornamental frame. The center is blank while the surrounding artwork is intricate. At the top, there is a bird with outstretched wings, decorative patterns, and a winged figure. On the sides, there are classical figures wearing flowing garments. At the bottom, human figures are arranged horizontally, with one appearing to rest a head on hand. The word "CORPORA" is written in a decorative cartouche at the base of the frame.