Psyche onderweg naar de onderwereld c. 1530 - 1560

"Psyche onderweg naar de onderwereld" (Psyche on her way to the Underworld), a 16th-century engraving by the Master of the Dice, depicts a scene from the Greek myth of Psyche. The print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Psyche's perilous journey to the underworld. In this scene, she receives instructions from a goddess, likely Persephone, on how to successfully navigate the treacherous path ahead. The engraving's intricate details, including the towering structure, lush foliage, and diverse figures, offer viewers a glimpse into the mythological world of ancient Greece.