Plate 2: Ops standing in a niche with her hands at her breasts, looking to her left

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Plate 2: Ops standing in a niche with her hands at her breasts, looking to her left

Plate 2: Ops standing in a niche with her hands at her breasts, looking to her left, with animals behind her, from a series of mythological gods and goddesses, 1526

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Caraglio Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo Fiorentino Fiorentino Rossi Giovanni Caraglio Giovanni Jacopo Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio Jacobus Parmensis Jacobus Veronensis Mythical Figure Mythological Figure Rossi Rossi Fiorentino Nakedness Nudity Roman Mythology

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print, titled "Plate 2: Ops standing in a niche with her hands at her breasts, looking to her left" transports us back to the 16th century. Created by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio, this engraving is part of a series depicting mythological gods and goddesses. In this particular plate, we see Ops, a Roman deity associated with fertility and abundance. She stands gracefully within a niche, her hands delicately placed at her breasts as she gazes off to the left. Behind her, various animals symbolize nature's harmony and vitality. Caraglio's meticulous attention to detail brings out the essence of Ops' divine beauty. The contrast between light and shadow in this black and white composition adds depth and intensity to the scene. The artist skillfully captures every nuance of Op's nakedness without crossing into vulgarity but rather emphasizing purity. As we admire this artwork from centuries ago, it serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with mythology and religion. This piece not only showcases Caraglio's artistic talent but also provides insight into Italian culture during that era. Currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this print by Giovanni Jacopo Caraglio continues to captivate viewers with its timeless depiction of an iconic mythological figure – Ops – embodying both strength and vulnerability simultaneously.

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