Apollo doodt Python 1651

"Apollo doodt Python" (Apollo Kills Python) is an etching by Michel Dorigny, created in 1651. The artwork depicts the Greek god Apollo slaying the serpent Python. The scene is set in a rocky landscape, with Apollo standing triumphantly on a rock, his bow and arrow still drawn. Python lies defeated at his feet, its body riddled with arrows. The detailed etching, with its dramatic composition and use of light and shadow, exemplifies Dorigny's mastery of this artistic technique. This print is a testament to the enduring themes of victory and divine power, making it a fascinating piece for lovers of mythology and artistic skill.