Kleobis en Biton trekken Argia op haar strijdwagen naar de tempel van Juno 1634 - 1657

Nicolas Pierre Loir created this print, "Kleobis en Biton trekken Argia op haar strijdwagen naar de tempel van Juno," using etching techniques. Loir's attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the scene, achieved through the precise manipulation of line and tone. The etching process allows for the creation of fine details and textures, from the draping of fabrics to the architectural elements of the temple. Notice the meticulous work that went into creating the atmospheric perspective. The image is from classical antiquity, and it shows an ideal of selfless labor, but also of power. A print like this would have circulated among elites, reinforcing the idea that the lower classes must serve. The physical act of pulling the etching needle across the plate mirrors in some ways the effort shown within the image, but with vastly different implications. The making of this print, and its circulation, are key to understanding the broader social and cultural context in which it was created.