Plafondstuk met Apollo, Minerva en Mercurius en de personificaties van de vrije kunsten by Anonymous

Plafondstuk met Apollo, Minerva en Mercurius en de personificaties van de vrije kunsten 1695

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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sketch book

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personal sketchbook

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pen work

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pencil work

This anonymous engraving from 1695, titled "Plafondstuk met Apollo, Minerva en Mercurius en de personificaties van de vrije kunsten", showcases a detailed design that includes the Roman gods Apollo, Minerva and Mercury. The central panel features a depiction of the gods with the personifications of the arts, surrounded by a decorative border filled with cherubs and allegorical figures. The engraving is a testament to the artistry of the period and reflects the Dutch fascination with classical themes. The work, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of decorative engraving.

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