This is a painting of various figures in classical attire, shown with dynamic poses and gestures. The foreground includes a muscular figure with a sword among other people. The background has architectural elements and more figures, including one seated on a ledge. An ethereal form, possibly representing an angelic figure, flies above the group. The composition features movement and interaction among the figures within an architectural setting, reminiscent of Italian Renaissance artists like Giulio Romano.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1530
- Medium
- chiaroscuro woodcut printed from three blocks in ochre and black on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 5301 × 3226 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original