A Man Showing Mercury the Eagle of Jupiter

About this work

This black-and-white print shows a wooded scene with two figures near a river. One person points at an eagle perched on a branch, while the other looks up. Trees and bushes fill the background, with a winding stream cutting through the landscape. The sky above is swirling with clouds, and the whole scene feels busy and detailed. The eagle is central—it’s the focus of the pointing figure’s gesture, suggesting it might be important. The artist used lines to create texture, making leaves and water look almost three-dimensional. Next, look up etching to see how this technique works.