The Rape of Ganymede 16th century

"The Rape of Ganymede," a 16th-century bronze plaquette by Cristoforo Caradosso Foppa (known as Caradosso), depicts the mythological scene of Zeus, disguised as an eagle, abducting the Trojan prince Ganymede. This intricate work of art, with its high relief and detailed figures, showcases Caradosso's mastery of the Renaissance style. The plaquette, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to the artist's ability to capture both the dramatic intensity and the delicate beauty of classical mythology.