Twee staande vrouwen in antieke klederdracht 1608 - 1688

Claude Mellan's "Twee staande vrouwen in antieke klederdracht" (Two Standing Women in Antique Dress), a 17th-century etching, depicts two women standing in profile, dressed in ancient Greek attire. This work, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases Mellan's signature mastery of line, creating delicate and expressive forms. The women, possibly mythological figures or allegorical representations, are rendered with a classicism characteristic of the Baroque era, emphasizing a graceful, elegant composition. The etching's detail and precision showcase Mellan's talent and the refinement of printmaking during this period.