Plate 79: Ceres Ordering Erysichthon's Punishment (Ceres ad Famem Mypham in Erisichtonis paenam amandat), from Ovid's 'Metamorphoses' 1606

Antonio Tempesta's etching, *Plate 79: Ceres Ordering Erysichthon's Punishment (Ceres ad Famem Mypham in Erisichtonis paenam amandat), from Ovid's 'Metamorphoses'*, depicts the Roman goddess Ceres riding in a chariot pulled by a three-headed serpent as she commands the nymph Fames to punish Erysichthon for cutting down a sacred grove. This scene is taken from Ovid's famous poem, *Metamorphoses*, and is characteristic of Tempesta's distinct style of etching, which is known for its detailed lines and dramatic compositions. Created in 1606, this artwork is a testament to Tempesta's mastery in capturing the dynamism and emotion of classical mythology.