Venus and Adonis 1778

"Venus and Adonis" is a stipple engraving by Francesco Bartolozzi, created in 1778. The print depicts the Roman goddess Venus, embracing the mortal Adonis, who is seated beneath a tree. The scene is set in a picturesque landscape with a waterfall cascading down a rock face. The print, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a striking example of Bartolozzi's signature style, which used stippling to create subtle gradations of light and shadow. The image captures the passionate love story of Venus and Adonis, with the artist's meticulous detailing enhancing the visual narrative.