Ceres en een putto en Bacchus en twee putti 1501 - 1580

This is a Renaissance print by an anonymous artist, titled *Ceres en een putto en Bacchus en twee putti*, and presents a rich tableau of classical figures rendered in sharp detail. The artwork is divided into two scenes, each dominated by a central deity. On the left, Ceres is depicted amidst symbols of agriculture, while on the right, Bacchus is surrounded by vines and putti, emblems of wine and revelry. The composition is intricately balanced, with the strong diagonal lines of the figures' bodies and limbs creating a dynamic tension across the surface. The use of hatching and cross-hatching is particularly striking, giving form and volume to the figures and imbuing the scene with a palpable sense of depth. This technique not only highlights the musculature and drapery but also accentuates the contrasts between light and shadow, enhancing the overall dramatic effect. The print invites us to consider the interplay between classical mythology and Renaissance artistic conventions, suggesting a symbolic discourse on nature, fertility, and the pleasures of life.