Perseus and Andromeda
1597
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paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jacob Matham
Jacob Matham (1571–1631) was a Dutch artist, born in Haarlem.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Perseus and Andromeda is a 1597 ink by Jacob Matham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This crowded scene shows a dramatic rescue in a rocky landscape. At the center, a woman lies tied to a rock while a winged hero hovers above, sword raised. Around them, other figures—some on the ground, some flying—watch the action. The lines are sharp, and the shadows add depth to the figures and cliffs. Notice how the artist uses tiny parallel lines to build up dark areas—this is called cross-hatching. The scene is packed with movement, but the hero’s focus stays on the bound woman. Want to see more of this technique? Look up engraving.
Jacob Matham (1571–1631) was a Dutch artist, born in Haarlem.
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