Ornamental Panel Surmounted by a Winged Harpy

Michel Dorigny, after Simon Vouet

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate and allegorical scene with detailed figures, scrolls, and emblems. The drawing features a landscape scene within a central hexagonal frame. Surrounded by decorations, cherubic figures, and mythical creatures including winged figures and animals, it conveys a rich sense of baroque ornamentation. Above the central hexagon is a circular medallion showing a classical scene. The drawing incorporates swirling motifs and wreaths, contributing to its grandeur and complexity.