Allegory of Peace
1560
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1560
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Allegory of Peace is a 1560 ink by Domenico Tibaldi, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a strong woman standing on a cloud, holding a branch with leaves and a wreath in one hand. Around her, cherubs and a winged figure float or kneel, while a defeated soldier lies on the ground below. The sky is swirling with light strokes, and the figures have flowing robes and detailed faces. The woman’s calm face contrasts with the chaos around her, suggesting she brings order. This style was common in Renaissance art, where symbols like branches stood for peace. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like Tibaldi carved these precise lines.
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