Figuren rond een standbeeld van de Minerva als Roma 1680 - 1731

This 18th century drawing by Dutch artist Jan Goeree depicts a scene of Roman soldiers, likely during a battle. The central figure, Minerva, goddess of wisdom and warfare, is seated atop a pedestal, symbolizing Roman strength and resilience. The inscription "SPQR" on the pedestal, which stands for "Senatus Populusque Romanus," further reinforces the Roman identity of the work. Goeree's detailed depiction of the soldiers and the ruins in the background adds a sense of realism and drama, while the overall composition suggests a moment of both victory and sacrifice, capturing the essence of Roman power and its inherent fragility.