Waternimf Largia 1587

"Waternimf Largia", a 1587 engraving by Philips Galle, depicts the mythological nymph Largia pouring water from a jar. The detailed etching captures the nymph's graceful form as she stands amidst a landscape with a distant view. Galle's meticulous technique conveys the texture of her skin, the flowing water, and the surrounding foliage. This work is a fine example of the intricate detail and artistry of 16th-century printmaking. The image is a study in light and shadow, and it showcases the artist's mastery of the human form. It is housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.