Mercurius daalt neer op een man in een studeervertrek 1747

"Mercurius daalt neer op een man in een studeervertrek" is an engraving from 1747 by an anonymous artist. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a scene of a man studying in a room filled with books and scientific instruments, with the Roman messenger god Mercurius descending upon him from above. The engraving is a satirical commentary on the pursuit of knowledge and the value of wisdom. It is a small artwork, measuring only 194 mm in height and 115 mm in width. This engraving is a prime example of the Dutch art style of the 18th century, characterized by its focus on allegory and symbolism. The intricate details and the subtle humor of the scene make it a captivating work of art.