The Dispute between Jupiter and Juno

c. 1615

Workshop of Hendrick Goltzius, after Hendrick Goltzius

Associated Names
Hendrick Goltzius

Related Artist, Dutch, 1558 - 1617

Hendrick Goltzius

Artist After, Dutch, 1558 - 1617

This is a drawing of a mythological scene. There are various figures and objects depicted in the scene. Two seated figures appear to be in conversation in the foreground; one has a crown and the other is wearing elaborate attire with draped fabric. The central setting is surrounded by clouds with cherubic figures and an eagle above. In the background, there is a banquet table with dishes and other items, attended by various figures. Additional figures and activities are depicted further in the distance, with a large open landscape visible beyond. The drawing is highly detailed, using intricate lines and shading to create depth and texture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of the Estate of Leo Steinberg

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 18.5 x 26 cm (7 5/16 x 10 1/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2011.139.140

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein 1996, no. 577, i/ii


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Dr. Edward Peart, London (1756 or 1758 - 1826) (Lugt 892). Leo Steinberg [1920-2011], New York; gift to NGA 2011.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge: no. 553

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-: no. 577, i/ii.

Inscriptions

in plate, across lower edge: Liberiore, ioco diffusus nectare, Curas / Iuppiter, in coelis loeta cum coniuge ludit. / Prol maribus maior vestra est, mea Iuno, voluptas / Inquit. at illa negat, crescit contentio verbis. / G. Rijckius

Wikidata ID

Q76559421

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