Byblis schrijft haar broer Caunus een liefdesbrief c. 1636 - 1670

"Byblis schrijft haar broer Caunus een liefdesbrief" is an etching by Dutch artist Crispijn van de Passe (II), dated c. 1636-1670. This print depicts Byblis, a figure from Greek mythology, writing a love letter to her brother Caunus. The image is notable for its detailed depiction of the scene, featuring a still life with a lit candle and a cat, as well as a glimpse of Byblis's brother and his companion through a doorway. This artwork is a fine example of van de Passe's skill as a printmaker, capturing both the dramatic tension and the intimate emotion of the story.