Who painted The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants?

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants was painted by Italian 15th Century in 1498.

Where can I see The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants?

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants?

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants

Italian 15th Century , 1498

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Italian 15th Century. It dates from 1498 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Triumph of Caesar: The Elephants is an engraving on laid paper, a type of print characterized by its detailed and textured depiction.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases the artist's use of cross-hatching, a technique involving closely spaced parallel lines that create shading and depth. This method gives the scene a three-dimensional appearance, adding texture to the black and white image.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts a crowded procession centered around a large elephant, surrounded by figures holding torches, shields, and branches. The background is densely populated with architectural elements and additional torches, suggesting a celebratory or ceremonial atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Italian 15th Century

This anonymous Italian engraver from the 1490s carved images that could be peeled apart like paper dolls—each knot in the "First Knot" print was cut from a single sheet so you could lift the loops right off the page.