1589
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jupiter and the Gods Asking Helios to Resume Control of the Chariot is a 1589 ink by Hendrik Goltzius, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a crowded scene of gods in flowing robes and dramatic poses. One figure stands tall, holding a staff, while others cluster around him—some pointing, some leaning in. A chariot rests in the background, and clouds swirl above, giving the scene a sense of movement. The lines are sharp and detailed, with heavy shading to show depth. The text at the bottom hints this is a mythological story, not a real event. The artist used fine lines and cross-hatching to create shadows and texture. Want to know more? Try looking up engraving.
Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.
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