The Triumph of Tobias

About this work

This engraving shows a busy scene with a bearded man in a hat leading a group. He holds a long staff and a fish, while a dog and a lion follow behind. Other figures surround him, some pointing or looking upward, and a small village appears in the background. The title *The Triumph of Tobias* hints this is about a biblical story, but the artist packed in extra symbols—like the fish and the shield—to add meaning. The mix of people, animals, and buildings makes it feel like a story unfolding in layers. Want to see more like this? Check out the National Gallery of Art, Washington.