Frieze of Five Putti 1515 - 1527

Marco Dente's "Frieze of Five Putti" (1515-1527) is a red chalk drawing depicting five nude cherubs in a playful composition. The cherubs interact with each other, their lively expressions and gestures creating a sense of energy and movement. Dente, an Italian printmaker and draughtsman, masterfully captures the youthful figures, showcasing his skill in depicting human anatomy and movement. This drawing, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, offers a glimpse into the Renaissance fascination with classical mythology and the beauty of the human form.