Vijf redenerende mannen bij antieke ruïnes 18th century

This 18th-century etching by Johann Sebastian Müller, titled "Vijf redenerende mannen bij antieke ruïnes" (Five reasoning men by antique ruins), depicts a scene of classical ruins, with a group of men seated amongst the fallen columns and statues. The setting suggests a grand temple or palace, now in a state of decay, overgrown with foliage. Müller’s work showcases the 18th-century fascination with classical antiquity and its grandeur, with an emphasis on the passing of time and the enduring power of art.