Cimon drinkt aan de borst van zijn dochter Pero 1612 - 1665

"Cimon drinkt aan de borst van zijn dochter Pero," is an etching by Cornelis van Dalen I, created between 1612 and 1665. This artwork depicts a scene from the Roman legend of Cimon, who is being nursed by his daughter Pero. This etching exemplifies the Dutch Baroque style, characterized by its dramatic composition and detailed rendering. The artist’s depiction of Pero’s sacrifice for her father highlights the themes of filial piety and compassion. The artwork can be found at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where it was part of a series of prints by van Dalen illustrating stories of love, devotion, and tragedy.