Juno

About this work

This engraving shows a woman sitting on a rocky throne, holding a scepter in one hand and a staff in the other. She wears a crown and flowing robes, with one arm resting on a cushion. Around her are small figures and tools, like a hammer and anvil, while clouds and swirling drapery fill the background. The artist used fine lines to create deep shadows and texture, especially in her hair and clothes. The tiny Latin words at the bottom are likely a poem or description of the scene. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this carved detailed images into metal plates.