Sol, the sun 1566 - 1569

"Sol, the Sun," is an etching by Dutch artist Harmen Jansz. Muller, created between 1566 and 1569. The print depicts the sun god Sol in his chariot, drawn by four horses, ascending through the clouds. Below, a scene unfolds with figures engaged in various activities, perhaps representing the effects of the sun's power. This print, with its detailed figures and dynamic composition, exemplifies the artistry and symbolic nature of 16th-century printmaking. The etching is currently housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.