Zeegezicht met ontvoering van Europa 1588 - 1637

"Zeegezicht met ontvoering van Europa" is an etching by Dutch artist Daniel Rabel, completed sometime between 1588 and 1637. The print depicts the Greek myth of Europa, who is abducted by the god Zeus in the form of a white bull. The scene is framed by a decorative border featuring a landscape with a fortified town, adding visual interest and context to the print. This artwork showcases the artistry of etching, a popular technique during the Baroque era, which lends a fine detail and elegant composition to the print.