Conrad Martin Metz (1749–1827): A Baroque Master of Detail and Mythological Vision Conrad Martin Metz, born in Bonn, Germany, in 1749, emerged as a prominent figure within the artistic landscape of the late Enlightenment and early Romantic era. His career spanned decades, marked by prolific engagement with engraving and printmaking—particularly focused on classical mythology and biblical narratives—and establishing him as one of the foremost artists of his time. Metz’s legacy resides not merely in the sheer volume of his output but also in the exquisite craftsmanship and intellectual depth t…