Lydia 1595 - 1599

"Lydia" is a 16th century engraving by Jan (II) Collaert, depicting the biblical figure of Lydia, a female merchant who converted to Christianity after hearing a sermon by Paul. The print shows Lydia standing in a landscape, a city in the distance, and a group of people at her feet. This detailed artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Collaert's skill in creating intricate engravings and depicting scenes from the Bible. The inscription at the bottom, in Latin, describes Lydia's conversion.