A Roman Triumph 

Maarten de Vos made "A Roman Triumph" using pen and brown ink to create this dynamic scene. The choice of materials, although traditional, allows for detailed linework, capturing the energy of the moment. The drawing's impact lies in its execution; the pen strokes vary in thickness, giving depth and movement to the crowd and the architecture. De Vos masterfully uses hatching and cross-hatching to suggest volume and texture, turning a simple drawing into a complex scene filled with life. The sepia tone of the ink gives the drawing a sense of historical distance. Considered a work on paper, it invites us to reflect on the economic system that supported such detailed artistic production, and the skilled labor required to produce it. By focusing on material and process, we can appreciate how this drawing bridges fine art and craft.