Jupiter and Ceres 1772 - 1782

"Jupiter and Ceres" is a black chalk drawing on paper by Antoine François Callet, created between 1772 and 1782. It depicts the Roman god Jupiter and the goddess Ceres, the personification of agriculture, in a dynamic pose. The drawing is characterized by Callet's distinctive loose and expressive style, where the figures are rendered with a sense of movement and energy. The dramatic composition, combined with the use of shading, further enhances the sense of drama and emotion within the scene. This artwork is a testament to Callet's artistic mastery and his ability to capture the essence of classical mythology through his drawings. The drawing is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.