Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: The Three Graces 1510 - 1532

Marco Dente's engraving, "Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: The Three Graces," depicts three nude female figures, the Graces, standing in a landscape with palm trees. The women's bodies are depicted with great detail, emphasizing their graceful forms. The engraving, created between 1510 and 1532, is a prime example of the High Renaissance style, featuring classic Roman subject matter and a meticulous, realistic approach to rendering the human figure. The inscription at the bottom, "FIG ROM CARIT[E]S NIVEO EX MARMORE SCVL P", further emphasizes the classical inspiration for this work of art. The engraving is a testament to the artistic achievements of the Italian Renaissance.