Mars 1566 - 1569

"Mars," an engraving by Harmen Jansz. Muller, depicts the Roman God of War in a chariot drawn by wolves, above a chaotic scene of battle. Created in 1566-1569, the artwork showcases a detailed, almost illustrative style. The lower portion of the print is filled with soldiers engaged in combat, highlighting the brutality of war. Muller's intricate work is a testament to the Renaissance obsession with classical mythology, offering insight into the artistic trends of the period. The work is housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Denmark.