1502
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Victory Reclining Amid Trophies is a 1502 ink by Jacopo de' Barbari, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a woman lying on a pile of weapons—spears, shields, and armor—like she’s resting on a battlefield. Behind her, two soldiers in helmets stand with their backs to her, looking toward a castle. The scene feels chaotic but controlled, with sharp lines and heavy shading. The woman’s relaxed pose contrasts with the war gear around her, suggesting she’s not just a soldier but a symbol of victory itself. The artist used fine lines and layers of shading (called cross-hatching) to create depth and texture. Next, check out how cross-hatching works—it’s the technique that gives this print its dramatic shadows.
Jacopo de' Barbari, sometimes known or referred to as de'Barbari, de Barberi, de Barbari, Barbaro, Barberino, Barbarigo or Barberigo (c.
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