Antiek standbeeld van twee Hesperiden 1678

This 1678 etching by Etienne Baudet depicts an "Antique Statue of two Hesperides." The Hesperides were nymphs in Greek mythology who guarded the golden apples of the goddess Hera. Baudet captures the classical style of the original statue, representing the enduring influence of antiquity on art. The detailed rendering of the figures' drapery and the delicate lines of their faces highlight Baudet's skill as an engraver. The image provides a glimpse into the fascination with classical art during the Baroque era, when artists sought to emulate the grandeur and beauty of ancient Roman and Greek sculpture.