Diana en herders 1732

"Diana en Herders" is an engraving by an anonymous artist from 1732, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. It depicts a scene from Greek mythology where the goddess Diana, accompanied by her nymphs, is confronted by a group of shepherds. The composition is detailed, with figures arranged in a dynamic grouping surrounded by a lush forest landscape. The engraving is likely a print from a series as it is signed "G. Kempfer" and features the title "Herders Zangen" along with the word "boek" suggesting this is a part of a larger work. The etching style and small scale, coupled with the subject matter, make it a typical example of 18th century printmaking in the Netherlands.