Latona Giving Birth to Apollo and Diana on the Island of Delos

About this work

This engraving shows a group of figures in a forest setting. A woman lies on cushions under a tree, giving birth while surrounded by others. Some figures stand nearby, holding fabric or watching. In the background, a boat rests on the shore and a distant village sits by the water. The scene is based on a myth about Latona, a goddess, giving birth to twins. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, making the figures look three-dimensional. Next, look up the technique: engraving to see how artists like this one carved detailed images into metal plates.