Martelaren van de Orde van Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci 1624 - 1636

Claude Mellan's "Martelaren van de Orde van Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci" is an impressive etching featuring an array of individual portraits of martyrs from the Order of Our Lady of Mercy. The work is a detailed and meticulous display of Mellan's mastery of the etching technique, showcasing a high level of detail in the faces and figures. This piece was created during the Baroque period, a time when religious art was still widely prevalent in Europe. The work currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, offering viewers a glimpse into the history and practice of the Order of Our Lady of Mercy.