Boreas ontvoert Oreithyia c. 1636 - 1670

"Boreas ontvoert Oreithyia" is an etching by Crispijn van de Passe (II) depicting the Greek myth of Boreas, the god of the north wind, abducting Oreithyia, a princess of Athens. Created between 1636 and 1670, the artwork showcases the artist's mastery of detail and line work, typical of the Dutch Baroque period. The composition is dynamic, with Boreas, with wings, lifting Oreithyia off the ground, and several putti surrounding them in a whirlwind of clouds. The dramatic depiction of the myth emphasizes Boreas's power and Oreithyia's vulnerability.