Pyramus en Thisbe 1580 - 1596

"Pyramus en Thisbe" is an engraving from the late 16th century depicting a scene from the classic Greek myth of Pyramus and Thisbe. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows the lovers meeting by a fountain amidst a lush landscape. Though the artist is unknown, the work exhibits a detailed and skilled rendering of the scene, typical of the engraving techniques popular at the time. It's a testament to the enduring appeal of classical mythology and the power of visual storytelling.