Minerva als patrones van de krijgskunst 1597

This 1597 engraving by Johann Sadeler I, entitled "Minerva als patrones van de krijgskunst," depicts the Roman goddess Minerva, patron of war, seated majestically over a collection of weaponry. The scene likely symbolizes the power and protection that the goddess provides during warfare. The artist's meticulous detail of the weapons and armor, from cannons to swords, demonstrates his knowledge of military technology. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Sadeler's skill as a printmaker and his interest in the themes of warfare and military might.