Silvio raakt Dorinda met een pijl c. 1695 - 1705

"Silvio raakt Dorinda met een pijl" (c. 1695 - 1705) is an etching by Dutch artist Richard van Orley (1663-1732). This work depicts a dramatic scene, likely from a mythological or literary source. It is characterized by its detailed rendering of the figures, with their expressive gestures and the classical ruins that frame the scene. The use of light and shadow adds depth and drama to the composition. The etching is a fine example of van Orley's ability to depict both the human form and the natural world with skill and sensitivity.