Jan Baptist Tyssens

Jan Baptist Tyssens painted dramatic scenes from ancient myths and history. In the 17th century, artists often chose big moments—like gods visiting or tragic falls—to tell stories with rich colors and strong emotions. Try his *Venus în vizită la Vulcan* to see a goddess paying a surprise call on the god of fire, or *Sinuciderea lui Varus*, where a Roman general takes his own life after a crushing defeat. Want to explore more stories like these? Tap into the next painting.