Minerva commending the arts of sculpture, architecture, painting and music to Jupiter
1657
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1657
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This drawing shows a busy scene with lots of figures in the sky. Some are standing, others are riding winged creatures or lying down. One woman holds a spear and stands tall, while others seem to be playing instruments or working with tools. The background is filled with fluffy, swirling clouds that look like they’re moving. The artist used loose, sketchy lines to show movement and energy. The figures aren’t perfectly detailed—they feel alive and dynamic, almost like they’re in motion. This style comes from the Baroque movement.
