Agonalis obelisk met de Fontana dei quattro fiumi 1708

This etching by Bonaventura van Overbeek, completed in 1708, depicts the “Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi”, an iconic fountain in Rome. The composition showcases the obelisk in the center of the fountain, surrounded by figures representing the four major rivers of the continents: the Nile, Ganges, Rio de la Plata, and Danube. Van Overbeek, a Dutch artist active in Rome, captures the grandeur of the fountain and the obelisk through intricate details and precise lines, demonstrating the artist's attention to architectural accuracy. The etching serves as a visual record of the fountain and a testament to Van Overbeek’s artistic talent.