Gezicht op Utrecht en allegorie met Minerva en deugden 1728 - 1771

This etching by Noach van der Meer, a Dutch artist active in the 18th century, depicts an allegorical view of Utrecht. The city's skyline is pictured above a group of four female figures representing virtues, including Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. The figures are positioned in an elaborate frame with putti and a coat of arms, likely symbolizing the city's achievements and virtues. Created in 1728-1771, the piece is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into 18th-century Dutch art and urban life.