Bacchanalia with a Wine 1480

Andrea Mantegna's "Bacchanalia with a Wine" (1480) is a dynamic and detailed engraving that depicts a scene of revelry and intoxication. The composition features numerous nude figures, some reclining on a wine barrel, others dancing or offering grapes, all amidst a lush landscape with a grapevine overhead. Mantegna's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and realism, highlighting the intricate details of the figures' anatomy and the natural environment. This engraving showcases Mantegna's signature style, characterized by his precise rendering of form and his interest in classical themes and mythology.