Antiope 17th century

This 17th-century drawing depicts Antiope, a figure from Greek mythology, reclining in a landscape. The anonymous artist used a delicate brown ink to depict the figure, creating a sense of softness and grace. The detail of her helmet and the sword at her feet reinforces the theme of warfare and conquest associated with Antiope’s story. This drawing, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, serves as a reminder of the enduring power of classical mythology to inspire artists throughout history.