Riviergod van de Schelde 1772 - 1773

"Riviergod van de Schelde" is an etching by Antoine Alexandre Joseph Cardon, dating back to 1772-1773. The artwork depicts a reclining male figure, representing the River Scheldt, holding a staff and resting on a large vessel from which water pours. This piece showcases Cardon's mastery in depicting classical subjects and his adeptness in the etching technique. The artwork's delicate lines and subtle shading add to its overall elegance and appeal. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, a prominent art museum in Amsterdam.