Antiochus en Stratonice 1643 - 1691

"Antiochus en Stratonice" is an etching by Lambert Visscher, created between 1643 and 1691. The artwork depicts a scene from the Greek myth of Antiochus, the son of Seleucus I Nicator, who falls in love with his stepmother, Stratonice. The artwork captures the dramatic moment when the king discovers his son's secret love and his attempts to hide it, revealing a complex interplay of emotions and relationships. Visscher's expert use of chiaroscuro brings the scene to life and creates a sense of depth and realism.