Arion on a Dolphin surrounded by a Border decorated with Sea Creatures, from a Set of Circular Designs with Sea Gods 1580 - 1600

This engraving by Adriaen Collaert, created between 1580 and 1600, depicts the Greek myth of Arion riding a dolphin. The circular design, framed by a border of sea creatures, showcases Arion, a skilled musician, playing his lyre while riding a dolphin through a turbulent sea. This intricate depiction of the myth, with its detailed sea creatures, exemplifies the popular use of classical mythology as a source of inspiration in art during the Renaissance period. The engraving's delicate lines and meticulous detail are characteristic of Collaert's masterful craftsmanship.