Heilige Nicolaas van Tolentino met ster 1500 - 1575

This anonymous print from the 16th century depicts Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, a Franciscan friar known for his miracles. He is shown in a simple yet dignified pose, holding a book in one hand and a sun with a face in the other. The sun is a symbol of his holiness and radiant spirit. This small-scale print, measuring only 77 mm by 46 mm, exemplifies the detailed artistry of Renaissance printmaking, highlighting the importance of religious figures in 16th-century Europe. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.