Amor rooft de bliksemschicht van Jupiter 1740

"Amor rooft de bliksemschicht van Jupiter" is a 1740 engraving by Dutch artist Nicolas de Beauvais. The print depicts the Roman god Cupid stealing lightning bolts from Jupiter. The composition is a circular scene within a rectangular frame, with Cupid flying above a group of figures, and Jupiter seated on a cloud in the background. De Beauvais’s style is characterized by its detailed, intricate lines and the realistic depiction of the human form. This artwork is an excellent example of the artist's skill in etching and engraving. The subject matter explores the classical mythology of Roman Gods and Greek mythology, a popular theme among European artists of the 18th century.