Arion on a Dolphin

Jan Muller, after Cornelis Cornelisz van Haarlem

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing depicting a figure seated on a large fish with a harp, surrounded by a turbulent sea. The central figure is detailed, with muscular features and a billowing cloak. The figure holds a harp in their left arm and gazes upwards. The waves around them are vigorous, conveying a stormy sea. In the background, a ship battles the waves. The artwork showcases detailed lines and crosshatching techniques, creating texture and depth.