Diefstal 1533 - 1567

"Diefstal" (theft), an engraving by Italian artist Enea Vico, depicts a man seated with his back turned, a dog at his feet, and a woman entering a doorway in the background. The inscription, "SI CANIS ORBITECAT, QUID NON PER FYELA LICBIT" (If the dog steals, why wouldn’t the wolf), is written in the foreground of the print and refers to the themes of dishonesty and theft. This engraving is typical of the style of art produced by Enea Vico, a Renaissance artist who was born in 1523 and died in 1567. The etching's intricate details and the use of light and shadow are reminiscent of the techniques of Italian Renaissance masters. "Diefstal" is an excellent example of Vico's mastery of the art of engraving and is a must-see for anyone interested in Italian Renaissance art.