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The Triumph of Julius Caesar [no.7 and 8 plus 2 columns]

Andrea Andreani

1599

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance

Dominant colour

The Triumph of Julius Caesar [no.7 and 8 plus 2 columns] is a 1599 ink by Andrea Andreani, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Andrea Andreani
When & what style?: 1599 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This print is packed with people and action. On the left, a group stands under an ornate building with columns, holding banners and flags. To the right, a crowd marches with a man on a chariot pulled by horses, while others carry spears and shields. The background has trees, buildings, and a mix of classical-style architecture. Notice how the light and dark areas create depth—this is a trick called *chiaroscuro*. It makes the figures pop off the page. Look up technique: woodcut to see how this print was made.