Standbeeld van Antinoüs 1580

This 1580 engraving by Pieter Perret depicts a statue of Antinous, a young man who was the lover of Roman Emperor Hadrian. The figure is shown standing in a classical pose, with his weight shifted onto his left leg and his right arm extended, creating a sense of balance and harmony. The artist's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts between light and dark, adds depth and dimensionality to the figure. Perret's detailed depiction captures the beauty and idealized form of the statue. It serves as a visual reminder of the ancient Roman practice of commemorating individuals through art.