Diana 1600 - 1656

This pen and ink drawing by Gerard van Honthorst depicts the Roman goddess Diana, a popular subject among artists of the Baroque period. The artwork is set in a wooded landscape, featuring Diana with her bow and arrow, accompanied by her hunting dogs and nymphs. Van Honthorst was known for his mastery of chiaroscuro, a technique of contrasting light and shadow, which adds a sense of drama and depth to the composition. This drawing, housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies van Honthorst's skill in capturing the beauty and power of the goddess Diana, highlighting her role as a skilled huntress.