Triumph of Galatea 1644

Michel Dorigny's "Triumph of Galatea" (1644), a fine example of Baroque etching, depicts the sea nymph Galatea being pursued by Acis, a shepherd. The central figure of Galatea sits amidst the waves, while Acis, armed with a conch shell, serenades her. Cupid, flying overhead, symbolizes the amorous nature of the scene. This etching, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a testament to Dorigny's mastery of the medium.