Artwork
Apollo
Apollo is a print by the Renaissance artist Hendrik Goltzius. It dates from 1588 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Apollo is an engraving by Goltzius, depicting the sun god in a dynamic scene. The print showcases the artist's skill in capturing movement and energy.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving represents Apollo as a powerful figure, striding through clouds with his chariot in the background. A Latin inscription surrounding his head reinforces his role as the sun god, illuminating the earth and dispelling darkness.
Technique & Style
Goltzius's Apollo exemplifies Mannerist tendencies through its exaggerated musculature, emphasizing the supernatural aspects of the figure. The pronounced anatomy and dramatic pose reflect the style's characteristic departure from naturalistic representation.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
