Beschrijving van een ovaal op twee gegeven diameters met onderaan een man met mantel 1669

This etching by Sébastien Leclerc I from 1669 is part of a series that demonstrates methods of drawing and perspective. It is a detailed and intricate geometrical illustration that shows the construction of an oval shape using two diameters. The lower portion of the image features a figure in a cloak, standing in a simplified architectural setting. This figure, likely an artist, observes the construction of the oval shape, demonstrating the importance of perspective in art. The image, despite its technical nature, serves as a testament to the scientific advancements of the 17th century and their influence on the visual arts.