Putti and bacchantes at the bottom of a tree 1636 - 1665

"Putti and bacchantes at the bottom of a tree" is a 17th-century etching by Michel Dorigny. The etching depicts a group of figures, including a female figure seated at the base of a large tree, surrounded by putti and bacchantes. The image is a fine example of the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic composition, expressive figures, and a focus on detail. Dorigny was a well-known engraver of the period, known for his meticulous technique and expressive style. His works, including this etching, often featured mythological and allegorical subjects, popular in the 17th century.