Saturno (Saturn)
Master of the S-Series Tarocchi
1470
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Master of the S-Series Tarocchi
1470
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image depicts a man in a long robe, holding a staff in his right hand and a small figure in his left. He wears a headpiece and has a beard. At his feet are five small figures, each with distinct clothing and hairstyles. The scene is rendered in black and white, with a decorative border surrounding the central image. The man's attire and the small figures at his feet suggest a sense of importance and possibly a narrative or symbolic context. The use of black and white creates a striking contrast, drawing attention to the details of the scene. To learn more about the Renaissance movement, which influenced this engraving, explore the works of artists from this period.
