Alexander the Great Seated in Justice
1606
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1606
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a grand scene with two figures in the center. One sits on a raised platform holding a baby, dressed in flowing robes. The other stands beside them, gesturing toward the seated figure. Around them, smaller figures climb or kneel, looking upward. The background has columns, trees, and dramatic clouds. Notice the tiny Latin text at the bottom—it’s like a story written into the image. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and depth, making the figures look three-dimensional. Want to see more like this? Look up engraving to learn how artists carve images into metal.
