Altaar van de Romeinse god Neptunus 1732 - 1734

This drawing by François van Bleyswijck depicts an altar dedicated to the Roman god Neptune, the god of the sea. The artwork is executed in black and white, using delicate lines to create a realistic representation of the altar's architectural details. Neptune, depicted as a standing nude figure holding a trident, is positioned within a niche, further emphasizing his divine presence. The inclusion of a scale bar at the bottom of the drawing suggests a focus on accurate representation and measurement, typical of architectural drawings during the 18th century. The drawing exemplifies the Neoclassical interest in classical antiquity, which was prevalent in European art and architecture during this period.