Standbeeld met de roof van Proserpina 1699 - 1733

This etching by Bernard Picart from 1699-1733 is a depiction of the abduction of Proserpina. The image shows Pluto, the god of the underworld, abducting Proserpina, the daughter of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture. Pluto is depicted carrying Proserpina away in his arms, with her hand outstretched in resistance. Ceres, seated at the bottom of the composition, witnesses the abduction, adding to the drama and the mythological significance of the scene. This artwork is a detailed and intricate engraving that illustrates the captivating story of Proserpina’s abduction, a theme that has inspired countless artistic interpretations over the centuries.