Bruiloft van Amor en Psyche c. 1530 - 1560

"Bruiloft van Amor en Psyche" (Wedding of Cupid and Psyche) is an engraving created by the Master of the Dice, a printmaker active in the Netherlands between 1530 and 1560. The print depicts a scene from the myth of Cupid and Psyche, in which the goddess Psyche, after completing a series of trials set by Venus, is finally reunited with her lover Cupid, and is welcomed into the company of the Gods on Mount Olympus. This intricate engraving was likely intended to be enjoyed by art collectors interested in classical mythology, and it showcases the artist's skill in capturing the elegance and grace of the mythological figures.