Diana en Endymion 1572 - 1582

Jonas Silber’s “Diana en Endymion” (1572-1582) is a black and white woodcut depicting a scene from Greek mythology. The circular composition features Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, and Endymion, a shepherd who was granted eternal sleep by Zeus. In the foreground, the two figures are depicted amidst a landscape with trees, a river, and a town in the background. Above them, a cherub is depicted flying through the clouds, a symbol of love and desire. The image is typical of the Renaissance style, featuring detailed and realistic depictions of human figures and landscape. This artwork is significant as it shows the use of a classical myth and the ability of the artist to depict a dramatic scene in a woodcut.