Allegory on the Recovery of the King

Francesco Bartolozzi, after William Hamilton

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an allegorical scene with classical figures. The central figure is seated on a pedestal, wearing a regal robe and crowned by a standing figure. The pedestal has the inscription "REDENTI SATVRNIA REGNA" and is flanked by two cherubic figures, one holding a cornucopia. To each side, a robed female figure stands on a pedestal, one holding an olive branch and the other holding a bouquet of flowers. Each figure is framed within a niche, creating a sense of architectural depth. The scene is detailed, capturing the grandeur and symbolism typical of neoclassical art, with elements such as drapery, architectural structures, and textures adding to the composition.