Terpsichore et Kalliope 1791

"Terpsichore et Kalliope" is an engraving by Danish artist Gerhard Ludvig Lahde, created in 1791. The artwork depicts the Greek muses Terpsichore and Kalliope, representing dance and epic poetry respectively. Terpsichore, on the left, plays a lyre while Kalliope sits on the right, writing. The scene, set in a landscape, suggests the connection between artistic inspiration and nature. This engraving is held in the Statens Museum for Kunst, Denmark. The artwork uses fine lines to depict the figures and details, showcasing the artist's skillful use of this technique.