Vrouwen offeren aan Priapus after 1553

This anonymous 16th-century engraving, titled "Vrouwen offeren aan Priapus" (Women Offering to Priapus), depicts a scene of Roman religious ritual. The print shows a group of women gathered around a statue of Priapus, the Roman god of fertility and male virility, as they offer gifts of fruit, flowers, and wine. This scene alludes to the ancient fertility rituals associated with Priapus, and reflects the fascination with classical mythology during the Renaissance. The engraving's detailed figures and composition create a sense of movement and celebration, capturing the fervor of the offering. The work is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.