Agrippina de Oudere rouwend met de as van Germanicus 1774 - 1777

Valentine Green’s mezzotint *Agrippina de Oudere rouwend met de as van Germanicus* (1774-1777) depicts the Roman empress Agrippina the Elder mourning over the ashes of her deceased husband, Germanicus. The print, part of Green’s famous series of mezzotints after paintings by the Dutch artist Anton van Dyck, is a striking example of the genre's ability to capture tonal gradations and convey emotional depth. Green's masterful technique brought the original painting to life, offering viewers a poignant glimpse into the grief and sorrow experienced by Agrippina. The print's composition, with Agrippina at the center and her children surrounding her, emphasizes the tragedy of the situation while highlighting the strength and resilience of the empress.