Five Men Fighting Beasts

Master of the Die after Giulio Romano

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a battle between humans and lions in an ancient setting. The scene shows muscular male figures in minimal clothing fighting three lions. The humans wield weapons like swords and clubs as they combat the lions. The lions are depicted with powerful bodies and fierce expressions. In the background are large trees and a more civilized scene with buildings. The drawing is shaded to give a three-dimensional quality and highlight the tension and movement in the scene.