Pandora and Epimetheus, print maker: Pieter Serwouters, 1601 - 1657
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Pandora and Epimetheus, print maker: Pieter Serwouters, 1601 - 1657
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Media ID 12745153
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Hand Hermes Husband Jupiter Keeps Kneels Mercury Notes Opened Pandora Picture Pieter Serwouters Show Staff Trapped Vices Virtues Epimetheus
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print by Pieter Serwouters, we are transported to the mythological tale of Pandora and Epimetheus. The scene depicts Pandora kneeling before her husband Epimetheus, with a sense of urgency in her eyes as she opens the fateful box enclosed in her hands. Mercury, also known as Hermes, stands nearby holding his staff, symbolizing his role as the messenger of the gods. As Pandora opens the box, vices fly out and fill the air around them while virtues remain trapped inside. Jupiter watches from above, a reminder that it was he who bestowed this mysterious box upon Pandora. The artist skillfully captures the tension and drama of this moment through intricate details and expressive gestures. Each character's emotions are palpable - Epimetheus' shock at what is unfolding before him and Pandora's desperation to contain what has been unleashed. Serwouters' use of light and shadow adds depth to the composition, emphasizing both physical and emotional contrasts within the scene. The delicate lines bring life to each figure while maintaining an overall sense of harmony. This print serves as a visual narrative that explores themes of curiosity, temptation, consequences, and hope. It invites us to reflect on our own human nature and ponder how our choices can shape our destinies. Quint Lox's inclusion in documenting this artwork ensures its preservation for future generations to appreciate its beauty and significance within art history.
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