Titelpagina voor de Europische Mercurius voor het jaar 1707 1707

This 1707 etching by Pieter Sluyter is the title page for the European Mercury, a publication that disseminated news across Europe. The artwork depicts the Roman god Mercury with a cornucopia, signifying wealth and plenty, perched atop a globe. The image is filled with allegorical figures and symbols, likely representing the countries and people touched by the publication. The artist's mastery of detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the figures and their clothing. The overall impression of the artwork conveys the importance of news dissemination and the unifying power of information.