The Judgment of Paris 1615

"The Judgment of Paris" (1615) by Joachim Wtewael depicts the mythological tale of the Trojan prince Paris being asked to choose the most beautiful of the three goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. Wtewael's oil-on-panel painting, a prominent example of Dutch Mannerism, highlights the story's drama through a vibrant color palette and detailed figures set in a lush, idyllic landscape. The composition features a central group of the goddesses with Paris seated in the foreground while a bustling crowd of deities watches from the background. This painting, now in the National Gallery in London, stands as a testament to Wtewael's skilled artistry, capturing the essence of the timeless tale with rich detail and compelling visual elements.