From "Bizzarie di varie Figure" 1624

This etching from Giovanni Battista Bracelli's 1624 "Bizzarie di varie Figure" depicts two human figures constructed entirely of linked chains. The figures are in a simple pose, but the unusual composition creates a sense of humor and absurdity. The work is a testament to Bracelli's skill in creating intricate and playful designs, often using unexpected materials like chains to represent the human form. Bracelli's work often explored the themes of human nature, social satire, and the bizarre.