Neptune Plotting the Destruction of Man
1589
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1589
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Neptune Plotting the Destruction of Man is a 1589 ink by Hendrik Goltzius, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
You see Neptune standing on a wave, holding a trident, with other figures around him. The details in this work are interesting. The figures are pouring water from urns, and the natural landscape is detailed. This shows the artist's skill in creating a rich scene. Check out the work of artist: Goltzius, Hendrick to see more of his detailed engravings.
