Minerva en Telemachus 1703 - 1767

Jacob Folkema's etching "Minerva en Telemachus" (1703 - 1767) depicts the Greek goddess Minerva, seated on a cloud, holding a spear and a shield. Below her, the young Telemachus kneels on the ground, reaching out towards Minerva in a gesture of supplication. The etching is part of a larger series illustrating Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey," likely made for a Dutch readership. Folkema's work is known for its precise, finely-detailed style, evident in the depiction of the figures' clothing and the landscape, highlighting the artist's strong draughtsmanship.