Plate IIII (4): Leda and the Swan, from "Museum Florentinum" (Statuae antiquae dorum et virorum illustrium) 1734

This etching, "Plate IIII (4): Leda and the Swan," is part of a series of engravings titled "Museum Florentinum." Created in 1734 by Cosimo Mogalli, this print depicts Leda, a figure from Greek mythology, holding a swan. The intricate detail and realistic depiction of Leda's form and drapery are hallmarks of Mogalli's style, highlighting the artist's mastery of engraving. This print, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the enduring power of classical mythology and its artistic interpretation throughout history.