Plate 12: Diana standing in a niche, twisting to her left and pulling an arrow out of a quiver, with a deer to her right, from "Mythological Gods and Goddesses" 1526
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This engraving by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio, titled "Plate 12: Diana standing in a niche, twisting to her left and pulling an arrow out of a quiver, with a deer to her right, from "Mythological Gods and Goddesses"", depicts the Roman goddess Diana, known for her hunting prowess, in a classical pose. The image shows Diana drawing an arrow from her quiver while standing in a niche, a deer at her side, highlighting her connection to the natural world. This print, created in 1526, is part of a series dedicated to various mythological figures, showcasing the artistic mastery of Caraglio in capturing the essence of classical mythology. The print is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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