Verzameling der Goden op de Olympus
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
373; 537
About this artwork
gravure
Art Historical Context
"Verzameling der Goden op de Olympus" captures a lively gathering of classical deities on Mount Olympus, rendered as an engraving by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio in 1602. Measuring 373 by 537 millimeters, this substantial print brings together the divine assembly in a detailed composition that highlights mythological narratives central to Renaissance and early modern European culture. The Dutch title suggests its appreciation within Northern European collections, where such scenes served both decorative and educational purposes. As an engraving, the work exemplifies a medium prized for its precis...
About the Artist
Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio · 1500–1565
Italian, Parma or Verona ca. 1500/1505–1565 Krakow (?)