Alecto laat een slang in de borst van Amata bijten 1628 - 1682

This etching by Jean Lepautre, titled "Alecto laat een slang in de borst van Amata bijten," depicts a scene from Virgil's Aeneid. The artwork, created between 1628 and 1682, portrays the fury Alecto, a figure from Greek mythology, inflicting a snake bite on Amata, the queen of Latium. The print captures the drama of the moment, with a sense of chaos and violence conveyed through the contorted figures and agitated gestures. The detailed architectural setting further emphasizes the intensity of the scene. This artwork is a striking example of Lepautre's skill in depicting dramatic narratives, making it a valuable addition to the Rijksmuseum collection.