Venus Abducting Adonis

hermanvanswanevelt

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"Venus Abducting Adonis" is a 17th-century etching by Herman van Swanevelt, a Dutch painter known for his landscape scenes. This artwork depicts a scene from Roman mythology, illustrating the abduction of the mortal Adonis by Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. This etching features a detailed and picturesque landscape setting, showcasing the classical style of Van Swanevelt's art. The scene is set in a lush forest, with a winding path leading the viewer's eye through the composition. This artwork is a good example of the mythological themes and landscape artistry popular during the Dutch Golden Age.