Jupiter and Io 1665

"Jupiter and Io" is an etching created by Georg Andreas Wolfgang the Elder in 1665. The circular composition depicts the mythological scene of Jupiter pursuing Io, a priestess of Hera, through a wooded landscape. The detailed etching captures the dramatic moment, with Io fleeing while Jupiter reaches out with a cloud-like veil. The inscription in Latin below the scene adds to the visual narrative, referencing the story of Jupiter's pursuit of Io. The artwork showcases the artist's skillful use of line and shading to create a dynamic and evocative scene.