Europa 1709

"Europa" is an etching by Bernard Picart, created in 1709. This print depicts the mythological figure of Europa, who is depicted standing on a pedestal with a bull at her side. The work is likely a representation of a marble statue found in the Gardens of Versailles, indicating a connection to French courtly culture. This engraving, a common form of artistic reproduction in the 18th century, likely served to disseminate images of important sculptures to a broader audience.