Le Lutrin: A Night Scene with Boirude, Brontin, and L'Amour Surprised by an Owl Flying Out of a Lectern

Bernard Picart

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring intricate surroundings and furniture. The central scene displays three individuals in period attire interacting in a room. Two hold lit candles, and a bird is featured on a pedestal-like structure. The room includes decorative paneling and detailed furnishings. The border presents owls, books, papers, celestial embellishments, and a cherub playing a musical instrument. An open book with musical notations is also included in the ornate frame.