Who painted Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius?

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius was painted by Hendrick Goltzius in 1590.

Where can I see Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius?

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius?

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius?

Museum-quality prints of Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius

Hendrick Goltzius , 1590

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Hendrick Goltzius. It dates from 1590 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in plate: 15; lower center in plate: Insoutiem sobolem, nec sonte Coronide, Apollo... / ... Palaulatium forman filia sumit equip.

About this work

Overview

Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius is a 1590 engraving on laid paper by Hendrick Goltzius, a prominent Dutch printmaker and draftsman of the early Baroque/Northern Mannerism period.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving illustrates a mythological scene where Apollo entrusts the young Asclepius, future legendary physician, to Chiron, a wise centaur known for educating heroes. The contrast between Apollo's calm and Chiron's concerned expression underscores the gravity of the educational responsibility.

Technique & Style

Executed using the engraving technique, this work showcases Goltzius's renowned technical mastery and penchant for intricate compositions, characteristic of Northern Mannerism.

History & Provenance

Created in 1590 by Hendrick Goltzius, a German-born Dutch artist, the engraving's provenance details are not specified in available information.

Context

This work reflects Goltzius's contribution to the early Baroque/Northern Mannerism movement in the Netherlands, blending detailed technique with classical mythological themes.

Legacy

As a work by the leading Dutch engraver of his time, Apollo Entrusting Chiron with the Education of Asclepius contributes to the enduring legacy of Goltzius's technical and artistic innovations in printmaking.

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Artist

Hendrick Goltzius

Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.