Diana

Diana

Etienne Delaune

1551

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a detailed black-and-white scene with a woman standing in the center. She’s surrounded by two deer, one on each side, and holds a bow. Above her, two cherubs hold up a wreath-like shape, while animals like a bird and a ram peek from the sides. Swirling vines and leaves fill the background, framing the whole scene. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the figures and plants look three-dimensional. The text at the bottom reads *"Cum privilegio Regis Stephanus fecit,"* which hints at royal approval. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists carved these intricate details.

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