H. Willibrord 1650

This etching by Cornelis Visscher, a Dutch Golden Age artist, is a portrait of the Dutch Bishop Willibrord, a key figure in the spread of Christianity in the Netherlands. Created in 1650, the image shows Willibrord in full bishop's regalia, holding a model of a church and a crozier. Visscher's use of detail and shading gives the image a sense of realism, making Willibrord appear almost lifelike. This artwork is part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and offers a glimpse into the artistic and religious culture of 17th-century Netherlands.