Bacchus en Venus 1721 - 1756

"Bacchus en Venus" is a 1721-1756 etching by Michael Rössler (1705-1777). The work depicts the Roman god Bacchus and the goddess Venus, surrounded by vines, grapes, and other decorative elements. The composition is complex and dynamic, with the figures arranged in a swirling, serpentine form that emphasizes the sense of movement and energy. The etching is highly detailed, with delicate lines and shading that capture the textures of the figures’ bodies, the leaves, and the folds of fabric. The work is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.