Triumphal Procession of Putti
1525
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1525
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image shows a row of small, chubby figures—putti—pulling a fancy cart with big wheels. Some are holding musical instruments, others are playing them, and a few are just standing around. The cart has ornate carvings, and the whole scene looks like it’s made of fine lines and shading. The tiny figures are all naked except for wings or leaves, and they’re packed into the frame like a busy parade. The artist used lots of tiny marks to create shadows and depth. This is an example of engraving.
