Leda

About this work

This round image shows a woman with a swan beside her, surrounded by swirling lines and small figures. The swan’s feathers are detailed, and the woman’s hair flows around her face. In the background, tiny putti (baby angels) float near a tree with curling branches. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, especially in the swan’s feathers and the woman’s drapery. This style was common in Renaissance engravings. Next, look up technique: engraving to see how artists like Delaune made these precise lines.