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Apulian Shepherd Transformed into an Olive Tree
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Apulian Shepherd Transformed into an Olive Tree

Virgilius Solis · 1569 · letterpress printing; houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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As punishment for mocking the dancing nymphs, the Apulian shepherd is changed into an olive tree.

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Credit lineApulische herder in een olijfboom veranderd. 1569. Virgilius Solis. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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