Pan met bacchante en vruchtenkorfdragers 1626 - 1665

"Pan met bacchante en vruchtenkorfdragers" (Pan with bacchante and fruit basket carriers) is a 17th-century etching by the French artist Michel Dorigny. The engraving depicts a scene from classical mythology, featuring Pan, a goat-like god of the wild, and a bacchante, a female follower of the god Bacchus. The image is characterized by its detailed rendering of the figures and the surrounding landscape, capturing a sense of movement and sensuality. Dorigny's skillful use of line and shading gives the print a sense of depth and realism. The image is also notable for its inclusion of a fruit basket, symbolizing the bounty of nature and the abundance of the harvest. This artwork is an excellent example of Dorigny's talent for capturing the beauty of classical subjects in a realistic and engaging manner.