Prometheus schept de eerste mens c. 1636 - 1670

This etching, created by Crispijn van de Passe (II) between 1636 and 1670, depicts the biblical story of Prometheus. It shows Prometheus, a Titan in Greek mythology, creating the first human from clay and giving him the gift of fire. The detailed, illustrative style of this print is typical of the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age, known for its meticulous rendering of scenes from mythology and history. The inclusion of animals and the celestial bodies adds to the complexity and narrative richness of the scene, making it a fascinating piece of art history.