Romulus en Remus gevoed door de wolf 1770

This etching, "Romulus en Remus gevoed door de wolf" (Romulus and Remus Fed by the Wolf) by Christian Bernhard Rode, depicts the famous Roman legend. Created in 1770, the artwork portrays the wolf, a symbol of Rome, nurturing the twins Romulus and Remus who were abandoned as infants. The scene is set in a naturalistic landscape, highlighting the dramatic moment as the wolf feeds the boys. The etching's delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of realism and detail, capturing the emotional intensity of the moment. This artwork, now located in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Rode's artistic skill and the enduring power of Roman mythology.