Ontwerp voor een plafondschildering met de apotheose van Hercules en vier van zijn werken 1746

This design for a ceiling painting by Jacob de Wit, created in 1746, depicts the apotheosis of Hercules. The artwork depicts a scene of Hercules ascending into heaven, with four of his famous labors represented in the corners. De Wit, known for his refined style and skilled draftsmanship, employs a harmonious composition with dynamic figures enveloped in a soft, atmospheric sky. The drawing exemplifies the Rococo penchant for elegant and graceful compositions, with a focus on the interplay of light and shadow.