Luna or Diana 1600 - 1625

"Luna or Diana" is a small enamel plaque created by Joseph Limosin sometime between 1600 and 1625. This piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City, depicts the Roman goddess Diana, also known as Luna, standing in a landscape, surrounded by intricate floral motifs. The plaque's use of bright colors and delicate detail is characteristic of Limosin's work, known for its exquisite enamel painting. The miniature size of this work, typical of Limoges enamels, makes it a striking example of Renaissance craftsmanship, capturing the essence of a mythological figure in a small, yet exquisite format.