An allegory of Peace; Peace personified as a woman standing in a landscape holding the left hand of a winged genius, tree at left 1512 - 1522

Marcantonio Raimondi’s engraving *An Allegory of Peace* is a masterful example of Renaissance art. Created between 1512 and 1522, the print depicts Peace personified as a woman standing in a landscape, holding the left hand of a winged genius. The genius, who holds a branch of olive leaves, symbolizes the peace that comes from unity and reconciliation. The composition of the print is simple and elegant, with the figures arranged in a balanced and harmonious way. The delicate lines and subtle shading of the engraving create a sense of depth and realism. The print was highly influential in its time and served as a model for subsequent works by other artists. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Raimondi's skill and the enduring power of peace as an artistic theme.