Geboorte van Venus 1498 - 1532

"Geboorte van Venus" (Birth of Venus) is an engraving created by Marco Dente, an Italian artist, in the early 16th century. This piece, which is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the Roman goddess Venus emerging from a giant scallop shell, a popular subject in Renaissance art, with the wind god Zephyrus and the nymph Aura in the background. Dente's rendition is characterized by its detailed lines, realistic depiction of the human form, and the meticulous portrayal of the seascape. The artwork stands as a testament to Dente's mastery of the engraving technique and his understanding of classical mythology.