Geometria en Mars 1690

"Geometria en Mars" is an etching by Sébastien Leclerc I from 1690. The artwork depicts a scene of Mars, the Roman God of War, standing in a classical setting with a woman representing Geometry. The image is an allegory of military strategy and the importance of knowledge and planning in war. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a prime example of Leclerc's masterful skill in detail and intricate compositions. This Baroque style artwork highlights a shift in artistic interest during the 17th century towards more complex subjects and symbolic representations.