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The figures are rendered with a focus on classical drapery and anatomical precision, reflecting the influence of antique sculpture. Long trumpets held by the participants point towards the upper right, drawing the eye toward a distant, classical architectural structure that sits atop a hill. The use of multiple woodblocks creates a subtle tonal range, providing depth to the scene through light and shadow rather than colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndreani's work is notable for its technical control. By using different blocks for the line work and the tonal washes, he achieved a sculptural quality that mimics the appearance of a drawing or a grisaille painting. The inclusion of the inscription SPQR DIVO IVLIO CAESARI DPPD identifies the subject as a celebration of Julius Caesar, linking the print to the historical narratives of the Roman Empire that were popular during the Italian Renaissance. 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