Aegros Curare

About this work

This engraving shows a chaotic scene packed with people. Some are lying on the ground, others stand or kneel around them. At the top, a winged figure hovers, arms outstretched, while below, a man in a turban points upward. A woman on a platform holds a small child, and a group in the corner huddles over a table with bowls. The artist used fine lines to create deep shadows and texture, making the figures look dramatic and three-dimensional. The scene feels crowded but organized, with each person reacting differently to the central event. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one used metal plates and sharp tools to make detailed prints.