A deformed couple facing each other 1645

Wenceslaus Hollar's etching, "Leonardo da Vinci, a deformed man," from 1645, depicts two figures with exaggerated features, their mouths open in laughter. This etching, now held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, utilizes caricature to mock Leonardo da Vinci. Hollar, a prolific Czech artist, is known for his detailed engravings of various subjects. This etching is a good example of his satirical style and keen observation of human anatomy.