The Triumphs of Caesar: The Elephants
1488
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1488
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white print shows a busy scene with lots of people and animals. In the center, a big elephant carries a tower on its back, surrounded by soldiers and flags. Around them, more soldiers march in rows, holding spears and banners. Tall columns with torches line the sides, and trees with curly leaves add to the crowded feel. The artist packed the scene with tiny details, like the folds in the soldiers’ clothes and the patterns on the banners. The elephants look strong and important, almost like they’re leading the whole parade. If you like this kind of busy, dramatic scene, check out the Renaissance movement next.
![The Triumph of Julius Caesar [no.3 and 4 plus 2 columns]](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/58c944449efc96df/thumb.webp)
![The Triumph of Julius Caesar [no.5 and 6 plus 2 columns]](https://pub-3a17a9933ad74fb28aa30fa758592f23.r2.dev/artworks/89574bdb08c8732e/thumb.webp)
