Antwerp Blessed with Abundance
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1648
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This drawing shows a busy scene of people and animals tangled in swirling lines. At the center, a woman holds a cornucopia, spilling out fruit and flowers. Around her, cherubs and animals—like a goat and a horse—seem caught in the movement. The colors are mostly soft browns and grays, with some red chalk lines adding energy. The swirling lines might be a way to show chaos or abundance, fitting the title *Antwerp Blessed with Abundance*. The artist used red chalk and ink to create texture and depth. Next, check out the Baroque movement to see how artists used drama and movement like this.
