Titelpagina voor de Europische Mercurius van 1722 1722

This 1722 title page for the Dutch periodical *Europische Mercurius* is a masterful example of Baroque engraving, combining allegorical figures and intricate detail to represent the publication's content. It features the Roman god Mercury, patron of commerce and communication, writing on a slate, while a female figure representing truth or wisdom guides him. Two putti, one writing on a stone block and another holding a compass, symbolize the precision and craftsmanship associated with the journal. The image also includes a portrait of John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough, emphasizing the publication’s focus on contemporary political and military events.