Antinoüs 1768 - 1817

This engraving, titled "Antinoüs", was created by Johann Heinrich Lips between 1768 and 1817. The print features a detailed portrait of Antinoüs, a young man who was the favorite of Roman Emperor Hadrian. The subject's youthful features and melancholy expression are captured with great realism. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Lips was a prolific artist who specialized in engravings and drawings, making this piece a prime example of his work. The artwork is an important historical artifact that sheds light on the cultural significance of Ancient Rome.