Harmonillus verandert in een citroenboom 1640 - 1646

"Harmonillus verandert in een citroenboom" is an etching by Dutch artist Cornelis Bloemaert, created between 1640 and 1646. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a dramatic scene from Ovid's Metamorphoses. The central figure, Harmonillus, is being transformed into a lemon tree. The dynamic composition features several figures, showcasing Bloemaert's ability to capture movement and emotion. The intricate detail, with its architectural elements and detailed figures, creates a sense of realism and depth within the scene. This etching reflects the 17th-century Dutch fascination with mythological subjects and the mastery of the etching technique.