A Man Saying his Farewells to a Woman 1540 - 1545

"A Man Saying his Farewells to a Woman," a 16th century print by Antonio Fantuzzi, depicts a dramatic scene of farewell. The print, framed in a circular format, features a man in armor extending his arm toward a seated woman, who is being embraced by another woman. The composition is rich in detail, highlighting the emotional intensity of the farewell. The print is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City. Fantuzzi's work, created during the Italian Renaissance, showcases the use of intricate line work and shading to create a sense of realism and emotion.