Title Page for Carolus Scribani, Politico-Christianus

Cornelis Galle I after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two full-length depictions of figures, one on the left and one on the right, surrounding a central ornate cartouche. The left figure is standing, holding a staff or spear, and is dressed in flowing robes. This figure has a halo around its head, with curly hair cascading to the shoulders. On the right, another standing figure is clad in flowing attire, holding a horn of plenty overflowing with fruits. This figure also has curly hair and is looking towards the central inscription. Between and above them is a winged cherubic figure coming out from clouds, holding a scepter and a crown. At the feet of the central inscription, a smaller cherubic figure is seen holding a hammer. The background is filled with clouds and rays of light emanating from the halo on the left.