Artwork
Triumphal Procession
Triumphal Procession is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Baccio Bandinelli. It dates from 1524 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Triumphal Procession is a 1524 drawing by Baccio Bandinelli, created with pen and brown ink on laid paper. It exemplifies the artist's skill in depicting dynamic figures and classical themes.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a procession of figures, likely inspired by classical or mythological sources, arranged in a structured and rhythmic composition. Two main figures are shown walking side by side, their clothing rendered with swift, expressive lines.
Technique & Style
The artist employed cross-hatching to create shading, giving the figures a three-dimensional appearance. This technique, characterized by crisscrossed lines, adds depth and volume to the drawing. The overall style is typical of the High Renaissance, with a focus on balanced composition and human anatomy.
Artist & collection
Artist
Baccio Bandinelli (also called Bartolomeo Brandini; 12 November 1493 – shortly before 7 February 1560) was an Italian Renaissance sculptor, draughtsman, and painter.
