Throne room with a man in classical armor standing at center addressing a man seated on a throne at left; soldiers lined on either side of the room; set design from 'Il Fuoco Eterno' 1674

This 1674 etching by German artist Mathäus Küsel, titled "Throne room with a man in classical armor standing at center addressing a man seated on a throne at left; soldiers lined on either side of the room; set design from 'Il Fuoco Eterno'", captures a scene from the opera "Il Fuoco Eterno". The etching features a detailed and elaborate depiction of a grand throne room, with a man in classical armor standing at center, addressing a seated figure on a throne to his left. The room is lined with soldiers on either side, adding to the drama and tension of the scene. This artwork is a valuable example of the theatrical designs of the Baroque era.