This is more than likely a rendition of Jupiter and Antiope where Jupiter is stealing the blankets from the princess. However, I do find there is a certain tenderness to this scene absent the voyeurism so often associated with this myth. I think perhaps it’s because the woman is shown fully clothed versus half dressed.

This ceramic piece recently sold at auction. It’s Italian, marked Murmac.

Size: 10″ H x 14″ W Issued: 20th century