The Judgment of Paris c. 1528

"The Judgment of Paris" by Lucas Cranach the Elder, painted around 1528, depicts the famous Greek myth. Paris, a Trojan prince, is tasked with judging the beauty of the goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. The painting shows Paris seated in a landscape, while the goddesses, draped in luxurious fabrics, present themselves to him. Cranach masterfully uses color and detail to bring this classical story to life. The scene's lush background and the presence of Cupid above hint at the divine nature of the event and the artist's skill in capturing the essence of this iconic narrative.