Euterpe

by Thomas Jefferys

Travel back in time to the period of Enlightenment with this stunning portrayal of Euterpe, one of the Muses of lyric poetry and music. This beautiful engraving has been made by Thomas Jefferys, the famous Geographer to King George III, capturing the refined beauty of the neoclassical era. As you will see, Euterpe is shown holding a double flute (aulos) that she is known for.

While Thomas Jefferys is known globally for his maps and his American Atlas, what few people know about him is that he was a man of great versatility and talent in both engraving and artistry. This engraving is more than just an artwork but rather a window into the 18th century and its love of classical art.