Venus droogt zich af na bad en Amor met pijl en boog 1512 - 1527

This 16th-century engraving, created by Italian artist Marco Dente, depicts Venus drying herself after a bath, watched by Cupid. The print showcases the detailed style typical of the Renaissance period and is a prime example of the subject matter popular during that era. The artist uses chiaroscuro, contrasting light and dark areas, to draw attention to the figures' bodies and the expressive face of the cherubic Cupid. This engraving, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a masterful example of Renaissance art.