A Congress of Animals 1641 - 1710

"A Congress of Animals" is a drawing by Giovanni Francesco Castiglione, also known as "Il Grechetto," created between 1641 and 1710. This artwork is a collection of various animals drawn in a quick, gestural style, characteristic of Castiglione's work. It showcases the artist's ability to capture the essence of animal life in a dynamic and lively manner. The drawing's loose and expressive lines give it a sense of immediacy and spontaneity, typical of 17th-century Italian art. "A Congress of Animals" is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City, and is a testament to the artist's skill in depicting the animal kingdom.