Phaëton vraagt Apollo om de zonnewagen 1558

"Phaëton vraagt Apollo om de zonnewagen" is a drawing by the Dutch Mannerist artist Hendrick Goltzius. Created in 1558, the artwork portrays the mythological tale of Phaëton, son of the sun god Apollo, who begs his father to allow him to drive the sun chariot. Goltzius masterfully captures the drama of the scene through the dynamic poses and expressive lines of the figures. This drawing exemplifies Goltzius' skill in capturing the human form with anatomical precision and dramatic intensity. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, showcasing a significant piece of Goltzius' artistic legacy.