Brutto Buono Stoned by His Enemies

Brutto Buono Stoned by His Enemies

Francesco Villamena

1595

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a chaotic scene where a man, Brutto Buono, is being stoned by a group of people. He is dressed in a white shirt and pants, with a hat on his head, and is surrounded by his attackers. The scene is set in front of a cityscape with buildings and trees. In the foreground, a dog is shown barking at the attackers, while a man in the background is holding a stone. The engraving features intricate details, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The level of detail and emotion conveyed in this engraving is impressive, making it a compelling piece of Renaissance art. To learn more about the technique of engraving, look up the technique "engraving".

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