Mercurius en de Weefkunst c. 1675

"Mercurius en de Weefkunst" is an etching by Gerard de Lairesse, a prominent Dutch Baroque artist. The image depicts a complex composition with multiple figures. A winged figure, likely Mercury, floats above a globe, heralding the virtues of art. Below, a woman, perhaps representing the weaver, stands next to a loom, emphasizing the importance of craft. This allegorical work exemplifies de Lairesse's skill in representing classical themes and his contribution to the Dutch Baroque style.