Clio 1535 - 1550

Clio, the Muse of History, is depicted in this anonymous engraving from the 16th century. Created sometime between 1535 and 1550, the artwork features Clio seated on a throne, her gaze directed upwards. Her drapery, rendered in meticulous detail, contributes to the overall sense of classical elegance. The print is a testament to the enduring artistic fascination with the Muses, those figures of Greek mythology who embody the creative arts. "Clio" is currently part of the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.