Vulcan and the Cyclopes Forging Arrows
1526
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1526
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Vulcan and the Cyclopes Forging Arrows is a 1526 ink by Master FG, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows a chaotic workshop scene. Muscular men—some standing, some kneeling—hammer metal in a dim, rocky space. One man holds a giant anvil, another lifts a glowing arrow. Shadows and tools fill the background, making it look messy and busy. Notice how the artist used tiny parallel lines to build up dark shapes. These lines create texture and depth without color. Want to see how this works in action? Look up engraving.
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