Vertumnus en Pomona 1660 - 1760

"Vertumnus en Pomona" is an anonymous etching from the 17th or 18th century depicting the Roman god Vertumnus, disguised as an old woman, courting the goddess Pomona. The image portrays the scene in a dramatic and theatrical manner with a focus on the figures' expressions and gestures. The use of chiaroscuro, a technique where light and dark contrasts create dramatic effects, enhances the emotional intensity of the scene. This etching is a prime example of the Baroque style with its attention to detail and its dynamic composition.