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Andreani employs the chiaroscuro technique, which uses multiple woodblocks to create tonal variations, providing a sense of volume and depth to the figures and their drapery. The lines are precise and descriptive, capturing the expressions of the participants and the textures of their garments. A standard bearing the inscription 'S.P.Q.R. LIBER VRBIS' rises above the crowd, grounding the scene in its historical context. \n\nAndreani's work reflects the interest in classical antiquity that defined the Renaissance period. By translating Mantegna's monumental paintings into the medium of the woodcut, Andreani made these complex compositions accessible to a wider audience. The print demonstrates a high level of technical control, particularly in the management of light and shadow across the crowded foreground. The figures are arranged in a frieze-like manner, echoing the relief carvings found on Roman triumphal arches. 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