The Judgment of Paris

Dutch(?) 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a classical mythological scene set within rococo ornamentation. The scene depicts various figures in an outdoor setting surrounded by trees and cliffs. In the center, a group of elegantly dressed figures are engaged in conversation. Above them, ethereal figures float on clouds, one holding a symbol or crest. The foreground features objects resembling fruits or offerings. The scene is enclosed within an ornate rococo border.