Apollo and Daphne
1612
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1612
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Apollo and Daphne is a 1612 ink by Antoine Jacquard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a swirling scene of people and animals tangled in vines and leaves. The background is black, while the figures and plants stand out in white lines. At the center, a man and woman seem caught in motion, surrounded by branches and strange, leafy shapes. The artist used thin, precise lines to create depth and texture, almost like drawing with a pen. This style was common in Renaissance prints. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like Jacquard made these detailed prints.
