Artwork
Jupiter Nourished by the Goat Amalthea
Jupiter Nourished by the Goat Amalthea is an ink print by the Baroque artist Remoldus Eynhoudts. It dates from 1652 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Jupiter Nourished by the Goat Amalthea is an etching on laid paper created by Remoldus Eynhoudts in 1652.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a scene from Roman mythology where a goat, Amalthea, nurses the infant Jupiter, who is swaddled and floating on a cloud. This narrative represents Jupiter's early life, hidden away for his protection.
Technique & Style
Eynhoudts employed etching, a technique involving acid on a metal plate, to produce the image on laid paper. The work showcases the artist's skill in translating a mythological scene into a detailed print.
Context
The etching illustrates a well-known episode from Roman mythology, reflecting the cultural and artistic interest in classical stories during the 17th century.
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