Venus wijst Aeneas en Achates de weg naar Dido's paleis 1757 - 1760

This etching by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, created between 1757 and 1760, depicts a scene from Virgil's Aeneid. The goddess Venus, a divine figure in Roman mythology, is guiding the Trojan hero Aeneas and his companion Achates towards Dido's palace. The composition is dynamic and expressive, with the figures swirling through the sky and the viewer is drawn to the swirling clouds and dramatic gesture of Venus. Tiepolo's style is characterized by its elegant lines, strong contrasts of light and dark, and expressive use of chiaroscuro. This etching showcases his mastery of line and composition, making it a powerful and captivating work of art.