The Rape of Europa
Jacob Jordaens · Flemish, 1593-1678
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This drawing, attributed to Jacob Jordaens and titled The Rape of Europa, shows the mythological scene of Europa seated on a white bull at the water's edge. Nude female companions gather around her while cherubs and a flying figure with a garland of flowers fill the sky above. The work is executed in pen, ink and brown wash with touches of colour on paper.
