Diana en Endymion 1690 - 1727

"Diana en Endymion" is a black and white etching created by Jeremias van Schaak between 1690 and 1727. The etching depicts the Greek myth of Diana, the goddess of the hunt, falling in love with the shepherd Endymion, who is depicted as a sleeping man. Diana is seated above Endymion, who is resting his head on his hand. The scene includes a tree, a dog, and a small figure with a bow and arrow. The etching's intimate scale of 234 mm by 181 mm suggests it was intended for a private collection, offering a personal connection to the mythological narrative. The detailed depiction of the figures and landscape demonstrates the artist's skill in etching and highlights the enduring popularity of classical myths in Dutch art.