Nox, plate seven from Demogorgon and the Deities c. 1588 - 1590

"Nox," plate seven from Hendrick Goltzius's series *Demogorgon and the Deities,* depicts the personified goddess of night in a chariot pulled by bats. A figure holding a flaming torch rides alongside, while a rooster, symbol of the sun, sits atop the chariot. The scene, created with masterful engravings and rich detail, portrays the constant struggle between light and darkness. This striking example of Northern Mannerism, a style known for its exaggerated forms and dramatic compositions, was created around 1588-1590, and can be found in The Art Institute of Chicago.