Vertumnus en Pomona by Paul van (II) Somer

Vertumnus en Pomona 1670 - 1697

engraving

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allegory

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baroque

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old engraving style

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landscape

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figuration

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history-painting

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engraving

"Vertumnus en Pomona" is an etching by Paul van (II) Somer, dating back to 1670-1697. The artwork portrays a scene of the Roman god Vertumnus, disguised as an old woman, courting the goddess Pomona. The etching, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases a detailed garden setting, with a peacock, numerous putti, and a fountain in the background. The print depicts Vertumnus's transformation, illustrating the myth of his pursuit of Pomona and his eventual success in winning her over.

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