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Tantalus speaks to Diana
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Tantalus speaks to Diana

Giulio Bonasone · 1501 - 1580 · etching; engraving; paper

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

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Tantalus lies under a tree and speaks to Diana who stands on the right. Behind Diana stands a second woman. Below a four-line verse in Italian. The image is framed in an ornamental border with a ram's head, masks, and garlands.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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print(story of) Tantalus
Credit lineTantalus spreekt tegen Diana. 1501 - 1580. Giulio Bonasone. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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