Minerva op haar strijdwagen 1649 - 1681

This etching, titled "Minerva op haar strijdwagen" (Minerva in her Chariot) was created by Dutch artist François Spierre between 1649 and 1681. The artwork depicts the Roman goddess Minerva, also known as Athena in Greek mythology, riding a chariot pulled by two winged lions. Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts, holds a spear and is surrounded by clouds and a majestic eagle in flight. Spierre's detailed depiction of the mythological scene and the careful use of shading in the engraving give the artwork a sense of dynamism and grandeur. This piece is a testament to the artistry and skill of 17th-century Dutch printmaking.