Apollo en Daphne 1701

This drawing by Jan Claudius de Cock depicts the famous Greek myth of Apollo and Daphne. The scene shows Apollo reaching out to Daphne, who transforms into a laurel tree to escape his advances. The work was created in 1701, and it is a fine example of de Cock's mastery of line and detail. The artist's careful rendering of the figures and the surrounding landscape creates a sense of drama and emotion. "Apollo en Daphne" is an important piece in the history of art, illustrating the enduring power of classical mythology.