Saint Catherine of Alexandria, kneeling with her elbow resting on the spiked wheel, and an angel crowning her with a flower wreath 1698

This etching, "Saint Catherine of Alexandria" by Sir Nicolas Dorigny, depicts the Christian martyr Catherine of Alexandria kneeling and being crowned with a wreath of flowers by an angel. The work, created in 1698, exemplifies Dorigny’s mastery of Baroque style, evident in the dramatic use of light and shadow, the dynamic composition, and the emotional intensity expressed through the figures. This print captures the veneration of Saint Catherine as a symbol of faith and resilience, a theme that resonated with viewers of the time and continues to hold significance today.