Prudencia (Prudence)
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
1465
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
1465
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a robed figure holding a tall, candle-like object topped with a face. The person’s long hair and draped clothes look smooth and detailed. At their feet sits a small, winged dragon or lizard, and a cherubic face peeks out from the candle’s flame. The word *PRUDENCIA* (Latin for "Prudence") is written below, hinting this is a symbol for wisdom. The artist used fine lines to build up shadows and texture. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this carved images into metal.
