Minerva en Mercurius 1588

light pencil work

pencil sketch

caricature

junji ito style

cartoon sketch

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

pencil art

"Minerva en Mercurius" (1588) is an engraving by Dutch artist Jacob Matham (1571-1631). Depicting the Roman goddess Minerva and the messenger god Mercury, this artwork from the Rijksmuseum shows the figures in a dynamic pose, with Minerva holding a spear and shield and Mercury clutching his caduceus (staff). The detailed etching and use of light and shadow contribute to the classical feel of this piece.