Paris wordt door herders gevonden 1801

This 1801 engraving by Pierre Audouin depicts the discovery of the infant Paris, a central figure in Greek mythology, by shepherds. The scene, likely referencing the story of the Trojan War, shows the shepherds in a state of surprise and awe as they find the abandoned infant. This artwork, part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, provides a visual representation of a pivotal moment in ancient Greek mythology. The detailed rendering of the figures and the landscape creates a sense of drama and intrigue, inviting viewers to consider the complex narrative behind this iconic scene.