1512
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Poet Virgil Suspended in a Basket is a 1512 ink by Lucas van Leyden, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this image, a man is suspended in a basket, surrounded by a crowd of people. The man is dressed in a robe and hat, and he appears to be holding a book or scroll. The crowd is gathered around him, looking up at him with a mix of curiosity and concern. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and trees, which suggests that it may be taking place in a town or city. The overall mood of the image is one of intrigue and fascination, as the viewer is drawn into the scene and encouraged to wonder what is happening. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement, which was characterized by a revival of interest in classical Greek and Roman culture.
Lucas van Leyden (1494 – 8 August 1533), was a Dutch painter and printmaker in engraving and woodcut. Lucas van Leyden was among the first Dutch exponents of genre painting and was a very accomplished engraver.
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