Border Illustration with Two Putti "Scientia, Fortitvdo, Pietas, Timor-DNI, Sapientia, Intellectvs, Consilivm"

Cornelis Galle I

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate frame with empty space in the center. The illustration depicts an intricately designed border surrounding an empty central area. The border includes decorative elements such as two small cherub-like figures at the bottom, one holding a cross and the other a shepherd's crook. Above them is a Latin inscription "TIMOR DNI," which translates to "Fear of the Lord." The top portion of the border features an eagle with outspread wings amidst architectural elements reminiscent of columns and pediments. Surrounding the frame are additional Latin words: "SCIENTIA," "FORTITUDO," "PIETAS," "SAPIENTIA," "INTELLECTUS," and "CONSILIUM," which translate to "Knowledge," "Fortitude," "Piety," "Wisdom," "Understanding," and "Counsel" respectively. The style of the drawing suggests influences of classical and baroque art periods, emphasized by the grandeur and detail in the architectural motifs and the allegorical figures.