Mytologisk scene 1556 - 1629

Otto van Veen’s "Mytologisk scene" is a 17th-century drawing depicting a scene of figures in a classical setting. The composition is divided into two sections, with a heavenly scene above a group of figures on earth. The upper portion features a winged figure carrying a child, surrounded by cherubs and rays of light. The lower section showcases a group of individuals in classical attire, possibly engaged in a ritual or a symbolic act. The drawing is executed in brown ink and wash, providing a sense of depth and form. Van Veen, a prominent Flemish artist known for his Mannerist style, created this work during a time of artistic innovation and stylistic experimentation. "Mytologisk scene" exemplifies the rich tradition of drawing in the Low Countries and demonstrates the artist's skill in capturing the human form and expressing a mythological narrative.