Italië, met Venus en Apollo 1588 - 1595

"Italië, met Venus en Apollo" (Italy, with Venus and Apollo), a 1588-1595 engraving by Johann Sadeler I, depicts the personified figure of Italy, represented by a woman, flanked by the Roman gods Venus and Apollo. The artwork's rich symbolism presents Italy as a land of beauty, fertility, and artistic excellence. The female figure, draped in a flowing gown, holds a cornucopia overflowing with fruit and flowers, symbolizing abundance. The landscape background, showcasing architecture and a bustling procession, alludes to Italy's rich history and cultural heritage. This engraving is a prime example of the allegorical art popular in the late Renaissance.