Heilige Bartolomeüs 1606 - 1607

"Heilige Bartolomeüs" is an etching by Raffaello Schiaminossi, a 17th-century Italian artist, created between 1606 and 1607. This etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a close-up of the apostle Bartholomew holding his attribute, a flaying knife. The artist utilizes chiaroscuro and detailed hatching to create a powerful image, focusing on the apostle's solemn expression and the weight of his gaze. The image is a testament to Schiaminossi's mastery of printmaking and his ability to capture the essence of religious subjects.