A man kneeling next to a basket of fish and taking one with both hands, two men at right in the background 1510 - 1532

Marco Dente's "A man kneeling next to a basket of fish and taking one with both hands, two men at right in the background" is an engraving from the early 16th century that depicts a man in a kneeling posture, taking a fish from a basket. The image is executed in a Renaissance style, using detailed hatching to create a sense of depth and form. The scene is likely inspired by a biblical story or a classical myth, suggesting the importance of fish in these narratives. The two men in the background, dressed in tunics and with a building visible in the distance, create a sense of context and possibly a sense of social hierarchy. This small but detailed engraving exemplifies Dente's mastery of the medium and offers a glimpse into the cultural significance of fish in art and literature during the Renaissance.