Mars standing at the left leaning on a shield, Cupid at the right 1537 - 1547

This etching by Andrea Schiavone (Andrea Meldola), created between 1537 and 1547, depicts Mars, the Roman god of war, and Cupid, the god of love. Mars, clad in a helmet and armor, leans on a shield while Cupid stands to his right, seemingly in awe of the mighty god. This intricate composition, part of the Renaissance artistic tradition, showcases Schiavone's skill in capturing the dynamic figures and dramatic tension of the scene. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY, houses this remarkable example of Schiavone's work, a testament to his mastery of etching and his exploration of classical mythology.