Minerva lauwert schrijver 1722

"Minerva lauwert schrijver" (Minerva crowns the writer) is an etching by François van Bleyswijck, created in 1722. It depicts Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and warfare, crowning a seated writer. This etching is a title page for a legal dissertation, likely a celebratory illustration for an academic award. The ornate frame, typical of Dutch Baroque art, features elaborate ornamentation, including scrolls, garlands, and putti. Van Bleyswijck was known for his engravings, and this piece exemplifies his meticulous detail and masterful technique. The Rijksmuseum houses this artwork, which measures 213 mm high and 155 mm wide.