Portret van Torquato Tasso opgehouden door een muze met putto 1771

"Portret van Torquato Tasso opgehouden door een muze met putto" (1771) is an engraving by Benoît Louis Henriquez, depicting the Italian poet Torquato Tasso. Tasso, known for his epic poem "Gerusalemme Liberata" (Jerusalem Delivered), is portrayed as a bust within an oval frame, held by a muse. A putto plays a lyre at the foot of the muse, symbolizing the power of music and art. This engraving, measuring 159mm x 100mm, is a testament to Tasso's lasting legacy in literature and art. The artwork exemplifies the neoclassical style prevalent in the late 18th century, characterized by its emphasis on classical themes and ideals.