Diana Hunting and Proserpina in the Underworld

Master I. D. C.

probably early 17th century · Painted enamel on copper, partly gilded and silvered; gilt metal · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Diana, the Roman goddess of the moon, and her hounds pursue a stag through a nocturnal landscape; Proserpina (Persephone) is shown in the dreaded world below, presided over by her husband, Pluto (Hades).

Artist

Master I. D. C.

Date

probably early 17th century

Medium

Painted enamel on copper, partly gilded and silvered; gilt metal

Culture

French, Limoges

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931