Pyramus en Thisbe 1505

Arthur F. Krüger’s woodcut, *Pyramus en Thisbe* (1505), depicts a scene from Ovid’s *Metamorphoses*. The lovers, Pyramus and Thisbe, are shown in a tragic embrace after a misunderstanding leads to their untimely deaths. The detailed background includes a tree, a well, a tombstone, and a distant figure, creating a dramatic backdrop for the lovers’ final moments. Krüger's use of lines and shading creates a sense of depth and emotion, making this artwork a powerful and evocative depiction of a classic love story.