Venus op een strijdwagen door twee zwanen voortgetrokken c. 1540

This 16th century drawing by the Monogrammist IQV depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, riding in a chariot pulled by two swans. The scene is filled with imagery of the sea, including a large, churning wave at the bottom of the composition and several sea creatures in the background. The artist's use of linework to create the figure of Venus conveys a sense of movement and grace. The image is a good example of the artist's style, which is characterized by delicate lines and detailed figures. The drawing is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum.