Gevecht tussen Amor en Pan 1660

"Gevlacht tussen Amor en Pan" (Battle between Cupid and Pan) is an etching by Dutch artist Jan van Troyen, dating back to 1660. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of a battle between the god of love, Cupid, and the god of the wild, Pan. The scene takes place outdoors with a distant landscape in the background. Cupid is depicted as a winged cherub, while Pan is a satyr with goat legs and horns, lying in defeat. The scene captures a moment of conflict between the forces of love and nature, symbolizing the battle between civilization and wildness. This etching is a valuable example of Van Troyen's artistic mastery, known for his detailed and expressive style. It is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.