Studentensociëteit Minerva te Leiden, ca. 1830-1835 1830 - 1835

Leendert Springer's "Studentensociëteit Minerva te Leiden" is a lithograph depicting a scene from the Minerva student society in Leiden, Netherlands, around 1830-1835. The print showcases a lively gathering of students engaged in conversation and activities, including a chess game, capturing a snapshot of student life in the early 19th century. This work offers a glimpse into the social and cultural dynamics of student societies during that era. The meticulous detail and realistic portrayal of the figures, setting, and their activities lend the artwork a sense of authenticity.