Artimesia drinkt het as van haar man Mausolus 1537 - 1541

This 16th-century engraving by Georg Pencz, titled *Artimesia drinkt het as van haar man Mausolus*, depicts a scene from the ancient Greek legend of Artemisia I of Caria. The artwork shows Artemisia, queen of Caria, drinking the ashes of her deceased husband Mausolus, a gesture of mourning and devotion. Pencz, known for his detailed and expressive style, captures the emotional weight of the scene through Artemisia's somber posture and the delicate detail of the figures. This artwork is a testament to the enduring power of love and loss and offers a glimpse into the artistic styles of the Northern Renaissance.