Actaeon wordt vervloekt door de badende Diana 1600 - 1620

This etching, "Actaeon wordt vervloekt door de badende Diana," by Justus Sadeler, depicts the Greek myth of Actaeon, a hunter who stumbled upon the goddess Diana bathing with her nymphs and was turned into a stag by her for his transgression. The print, created between 1600 and 1620, showcases Sadeler's skill in rendering detailed figures and a dynamic scene. The dramatic composition emphasizes the tension between Actaeon, being chased by Diana's hounds, and the goddess herself, her wrath palpable even in the still image. This print, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistic mastery of Sadeler and a captivating visual interpretation of a timeless myth.