Mercurius ontsteelt Venus haar gordel c. 1705 - 1754

"Mercurius ontsteelt Venus haar gordel" (Mercury Steals Venus's Belt) is a black and white drawing by Jacob de Wit, created between 1705 and 1754. The drawing depicts a scene from Roman mythology in which the messenger god Mercury steals Venus's belt while she is surrounded by other gods and goddesses. It's a dynamic composition with a sense of movement and energy. The use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism in the drawing.