Minerva Crowned by Rome n.d.

This is a drawing by Noël Coypel, titled "Minerva Crowned by Rome." The piece depicts the Roman goddess Minerva, or Athena, being crowned by the personified city of Rome. The image shows Minerva holding a spear, while Rome kneels before her placing a wreath upon her head. This is a classic example of a historical allegory, which is common in the work of artists from this period, and it highlights the importance of Minerva's role as a protector of the city of Rome. The piece is now part of the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.