Venus removing a thorn from her left foot while seated on a cloth beside trees and foliage, a hare eating grass before her 1510 - 1532

This engraving, created by Marco Dente between 1510 and 1532, depicts the Roman goddess Venus removing a thorn from her foot. The scene is set amidst a lush landscape with trees and foliage, adding to the sense of idyllic beauty. A small hare grazes in the foreground, contributing to the overall sense of peace and tranquility. Dente's meticulous use of line creates a sense of depth and detail, highlighting Venus's delicate features and the naturalistic depiction of the surrounding environment. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of Renaissance art that showcases the classical ideal of beauty and harmony.