Vignette for a Book Dedicated to Pope Urban VII

Netherlandish 17th Century after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a heraldic scene with religious figures. The image features a central coat of arms flanked by two figures, each holding a symbolic item, and adorned with ornate decorative elements. The figures stand on either side of an elaborate central emblem, which is topped by a crown-like structure and two crossed keys. The figures are clad in long robes and are barefoot. Around the emblem are cherubic faces with wings. On either side of the composition, there are intricate floral and fruit garlands. The drawing is intricately detailed with bold lines and hatching.