Minerva staat bij drie figuren rondom een wereldbol 1705

This anonymous etching from 1705 depicts the Roman goddess Minerva, accompanied by several figures, studying a globe. The scene is likely an allegory for the pursuit of knowledge and the importance of scientific discovery. It's a small work, measuring only 46 mm in height and 105 mm in width, but it provides a glimpse into the intellectual pursuits of the early 18th century. The etching is held in the Rijksmuseum, offering a valuable insight into the artistic and intellectual climate of its time.