Coupole du Salon de la Guerre (Cupola of the Salon of War) [pl. 35]

Coupole du Salon de la Guerre (Cupola of the Salon of War) [pl. 35]

Jean-Baptiste Massé

1752

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This picture shows a round scene packed with figures. At the center, a woman stands on a cloud, holding a spear. Around her, other people float in the air—some with wings, some holding weapons. Below, a battle plays out with soldiers and horses. The edges are filled with fancy patterns and small scenes. The whole image is drawn with fine lines, not paint. This kind of drawing is called *engraving*. Try looking up engraving to see how artists create these detailed prints.

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