Birth of Adonis
1628
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1628
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a forest scene with a group of people near a rocky stream. Trees fill the background, their branches twisting upward. On the right, a few figures stand around a small tree, while others sit or crouch near the water’s edge. The text at the bottom hints at a story—something about a birth and hunting. The artist used fine lines to create depth, making the trees and rocks look almost three-dimensional. If you like this, look up etching to see how artists use acid and metal plates to make prints.
