The Plague of Locusts

Jan Sadeler I, after Maarten van Cleef

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a historic scene. The background shows an elaborately illustrated building with classical style architecture. In the forefront, there are several muscular figures engaged in different activities. One central figure wields a sword and confronts others who stand defensively or gesture dramatically. The floor is covered in grasshoppers, adding to the intensity of the scene. The etching showcases intricate linework and attention to detail, typical of Renaissance engravings focused on allegorical or historical themes.