Jupiter and Ganymede, from 'Game of Mythology' (Jeu de la Mythologie) 1644

This etching, "Jupiter and Ganymede," is part of Stefano della Bella's "Game of Mythology" series, created in 1644. The scene depicts the Roman god Jupiter, disguised as an eagle, carrying the Trojan prince Ganymede into the sky. This dramatic scene is captured with detailed lines and a sense of dynamic motion. The eagle's powerful wings and the figures' flowing garments contribute to the energy of the composition, highlighting the myth of Jupiter's abduction of Ganymede. Della Bella was a prolific artist and master of the etching technique, his work is considered a significant example of Italian Baroque art.