The Man with Two Trumpets

About this work

This engraving shows a chaotic scene with five naked figures in a rocky outdoor setting. One man is tied to a tree, his arms stretched wide, while another holds a trumpet to his mouth. A woman leans against a rock, clutching a basket of fruit, and two other men stand nearby—one with a trumpet, the other looking down. The background has a building with columns and a statue on top, plus a large globe resting on the ground. Notice how the artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, especially on the figures’ skin and the tree. The scene looks dramatic but is actually a single metal plate etched with ink. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like Raimondi made prints like this.