Standbeeld van Minerva 1640
reiniervanpersijn
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amateur sketch
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imaginative character sketch
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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personal sketchbook
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idea generation sketch
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character sketch
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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initial sketch
"Standbeeld van Minerva" is a 1640 engraving by Dutch artist Reinier van Persijn, depicting the Roman goddess Minerva. The detailed etching, now in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Minerva in classical attire, holding a spear and a shield featuring a Gorgon's head, symbolizing wisdom and defense. This artwork reflects the ongoing interest in classical mythology during the Dutch Golden Age, capturing Minerva's iconic image in a precise and elegant style.
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