Mythological Engravings

A collection of copper engravings illustrating mythological scenes, featuring deities, nymphs, and satyrs in lush landscapes, conveying themes of discovery, nurture, and celebration.

Jupiter as a child fed with milk from the goat Amalthea, The goat Amalthea is milked by a nymph for the little Jupiter. He sits on the right as a naked child on the floor with a bottle in his hand. On the left is a smiling satyr with tambourine. Below the performance is a Latin verse, Amalthea, the nymph, usually in the shape of a goat, suckles the new-born Jupiter, tambourine, satyr (s) (in general), Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert (mentioned on object), 1596 - 1659, paper, engraving, h 359 mm × w 466 mm
Jupiter as a child fed with milk from the goat Amalthea, The goat Amalthea is milked by a nymph for the little Jupiter. He sits on the right as a naked child on the floor with a bottle in his hand. On the left is a smiling satyr with tambourine. Below the performance is a Latin verse, Amalthea, the nymph, usually in the shape of a goat, suckles the new-born Jupiter, tambourine, satyr (s) (in general), Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert (mentioned on object), 1596 - 1659, paper, engraving, h 359 mm × w 466 mm