Gevangen vrouw voor koning Cyrus c. 1677

"Gevangen vrouw voor koning Cyrus" (Captive Woman Before King Cyrus) is an etching by Dutch artist François Spierre, created circa 1677. The artwork depicts Cyrus the Great, a Persian king, seated and gesturing towards a captive woman, surrounded by other figures. Spierre's work captures the drama of the scene through detailed linework and careful shading, characteristic of Baroque engravings. The print is a half-circle, a common format for engravings of this period. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, the print offers a glimpse into the artistic and historical interests of the 17th century.