The Judgment of Paris
c. 1510/1520
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
sheet: 29.1 x 43.2 cm (11 7/16 x 17 in.)
Classification
Department
CG-E
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Gift of W.G. Russell Allen
Accession Number
1941.1.63
Art Historical Context
Step into the world of Renaissance mythology with *The Judgment of Paris*, a masterful engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi after a design by Raphael, created around 1510–1520. This print depicts the ancient Greek tale where Paris of Troy must decide which goddess—Venus, Juno, or Minerva—is the fairest, a choice that ignites the Trojan War. Raphael, the High Renaissance genius known for his harmonious compositions and ideal beauty, likely sketched the graceful figures and dramatic poses, capturing the elegance of classical antiquity. Raimondi's engraving technique revolutionized art disseminatio...