Monument voor paus Urbanus VIII in rivierlandschap / Werklieden op de kust Possibly 1677 - 1696

This anonymous etching, possibly dating from between 1677 and 1696, depicts two distinct scenes. The upper scene portrays a monument dedicated to Pope Urban VIII, surrounded by a bustling landscape. The lower scene showcases a complex system of pulleys and levers, likely for moving heavy objects, along a coastline. This etching, a smaller format work measuring 164 mm in height and 226 mm in width, provides insight into both commemorative practices and technical innovations of the 17th century.