Andromeda

The painting "Andromeda" by Jan Saenredam, after Hendrick Goltzius, depicts the mythological figure Andromeda, who was chained to a rock as a sacrifice to a sea monster, a narrative derived from Ovid's "Metamorphoses." Saenredam's work, influenced by Goltzius's design, exemplifies the Mannerist style prevalent in the late 16th century, characterized by its intricate detail and dynamic composition.

The engraving "Andromeda" by Jan Saenredam, after Hendrick Goltzius, depicts the mythological figure Andromeda in a dynamic pose, bound to a rocky outcrop, with her form rendered in intricate detail that highlights the musculature and contours of her body. The composition is characterized by its dramatic use of line and shading, which creates a sense of depth and movement, while the surrounding landscape and turbulent sky enhance the narrative tension of the scene.