The Golden Age
1589
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1589
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting shows a mythological scene with many figures in a lush landscape. It has adults and childlike figures doing various things. The scene has swirling clouds, a stream, and mountains in the background. This scene looks very balanced and harmonious. The details show a connection between nature and the divine. The artist included many intricate details to show this connection. You can see more of this style by looking at the technique: engraving.