Vierkant plafond met Hercules en Minerva 1712

This etching by Daniël (I) Marot, titled "Vierkant plafond met Hercules en Minerva," is a detailed design for a ceiling. Created in 1712, it features a central oval scene of Hercules and Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and warfare, surrounded by a decorative frame. The frame is composed of intricate moldings, garlands, and putti, characteristic of the Baroque style popular in the early 18th century. The design likely reflects the opulent aesthetics of the period, emphasizing the use of classical motifs and ornate detail in interior design.