Jupiter met adelaar, geflankeerd door twee fantasiewezens gekleed in een pij, met lange (ezels)oren c. 1560

This engraving by Etienne Delaune, dating back to c. 1560, features a central figure of Jupiter, depicted as a youthful male figure, standing on an eagle and holding a scepter. The composition is enclosed in a circular frame filled with decorative elements, including two fantastical creatures with long ears and draped in robes, adding a touch of whimsy. Delaune, a renowned French goldsmith and engraver, is known for his intricate and ornate designs, as showcased in this work. The piece, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the elaborate and imaginative art characteristic of the 16th century.