Reproductie van een prent van Juno door Hendrick Goltzius before 1881

Editor: This is "Reproductie van een prent van Juno door Hendrick Goltzius," a print from before 1881. The engraving on paper feels so controlled, so precise. I’m curious about the symbols in this piece, what stands out to you? Curator: Juno, or Hera, sits enthroned, holding a scepter. Even replicated, the imagery remains potent. That scepter isn't just a royal emblem; it signifies power passed down through generations of matriarchs and monarchs. Do you notice the peacock nearby? Editor: Of course, the peacock, so strongly associated with Juno… the symbolism is just layering on top of layering here. Is there any reading to the orb around her? Curator: Absolutely! Notice the turbulent sky within the orb. It could represent chaos controlled, brought to order by Juno’s power and governance. Juno brings stability; she contains the storms. Consider the historical moment – the Baroque period was filled with religious and political upheaval. Editor: Ah, order in chaos - a real need for viewers at the time! Thanks so much for illuminating this, there is a great sense of history within this image. Curator: And what we recognize as stability might feel like stagnation to others. A print allows continuous interpretation as viewers and circumstances change!