Zeus and Psyche n.d.

"Zeus and Psyche" is a drawing on paper by Italian artist Lazzaro Tavarone, dating from an unspecified period during his lifetime (1556-1641). It depicts the Greek myth of Zeus, king of the gods, and Psyche, a mortal woman who was transformed into a goddess after her trials and tribulations. The drawing, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, is a preparatory sketch for a larger composition, demonstrating Tavarone's process in developing his ideas. The use of pen and brown ink on paper highlights the detail and dynamism of the composition, capturing the moment of meeting between the two figures amidst swirling clouds.