Paris and Oenone, from Greek Heroines c. 1539

"Paris and Oenone, from Greek Heroines" (c. 1539) is an engraving by German Renaissance artist Georg Pencz. The print depicts the mythological scene of Paris writing Oenone's name on a tree as a vow of love. The composition focuses on the figures' contrasting poses and expressions. Paris, standing tall and confident, carves the inscription with a chisel, while Oenone, seated and introspective, watches him intently. Pencz's detailed and emotive rendering of the scene captures the complex emotions of love and longing. The artwork is a fine example of the German Renaissance's interest in classical mythology and its exploration of human emotions through visual art.