Evening

Jan Pietersz Saenredam, after Hendrik Goltzius

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a banquet scene. The depiction shows a group gathered around a table with food and drink. One individual is pouring a drink while others interact. The textures of clothing, tablecloth, and drapery suggest luxury. In the background, there is a smaller scene with mythical figures. The line work and shading convey a sense of realism and drama, typical of Renaissance or Baroque art styles.