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The Rape of Europa
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
Jupiter abducts Europa over the water in the form of a white bull. The bull has a wreath of flowers around its neck and horns. In the background, Europa's maidservants raise their arms in despair. Sheet 36 recto from a sketchbook with 63 sheets.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineRoof van Europa. c. 1701. Jacob Toorenvliet. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
