Buste van Terentia 1646 - 1670

This is a 17th-century engraving by Hubert Quellinus, depicting a bust of Terentia, the wife of Cicero. Terentia was a Roman matron known for her intelligence and strength of character. Quellinus, a prominent Flemish artist, is renowned for his skill in rendering classical subjects with realism and detail. This artwork displays a classical style, showing the subject as a noble and dignified Roman woman. It is a captivating example of the artist's talent for capturing the essence of historical figures through his art. The drawing is in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.