Two Putti...Striking Another Who Is Squeezing a Child
1522
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1522
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows three putti, or child angels, interacting with each other. The scene is chaotic, with one putti striking another. This artwork is interesting because it depicts a violent scene, which is unusual for putti, who are typically shown as gentle creatures. You can learn more about the artist who created this engraving by looking up the work of Master of the Die.
