Loves of the Gods 1515 - 1565

"Loves of the Gods" is a 16th-century engraving by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio. The artwork depicts the Greek myth of Apollo and Daphne, where the god Apollo pursues the nymph Daphne, who transforms into a laurel tree to escape his advances. The detailed composition showcases Caraglio's skill in representing the human form and the dramatic narrative. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of the Renaissance fascination with classical mythology and the mastery of printmaking techniques.