Vertumnus and Pomona, from 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie) 1644

"Vertumnus and Pomona, from 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie)" is an etching by Stefano della Bella, dated 1644. The etching depicts the Roman god Vertumnus, disguised as an old woman, courting the goddess Pomona, the personification of fruit trees. It's a scene of playful interaction and subtle seduction, with the use of light and shadow creating a sense of intimacy. The etching is from a series depicting mythological figures, known as the 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie). This specific image was likely designed for a card game, contributing to its popularity.