The Delphic Sibyl
1574
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1574
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This print shows a woman sitting on a throne. She’s draped in a heavy cloth, holding a scroll. Around her, naked figures stand on ledges, some holding objects. Below, two more figures sit on steps, one holding a baby. The word *Delphica* is carved on the throne. That’s a clue—it’s short for *Delphic*, which ties to an ancient Greek oracle. Next, look up engraving to see how artists carve images into metal.
