Apollo als patroon van de kunsten, 1597 Johann Sadeler (I)
This captivating piece showcases Apollo, the god of arts, surrounded by instruments used in the practice of the seven liberal arts, painting, and sculpture. These include a lyre, a music book, a globe, a protractor, a compass, a paintbrush, and a bust. To the left is an academic institution filled with scholars, while to the right lies a garden where painting and sculpture are being practiced. The backdrop features Mount Parnassus and the nine Muses. The print includes a Latin inscription explaining the significance of arts to a monarch. This is the second print in a five-part series focusing on the main duties of a prince.
