Emblem med den hellige Kristoffer 1609 - 1672

This small, anonymous engraving titled "Emblem med den hellige Kristoffer" (Emblem with Saint Christopher) is a depiction of the popular saint carrying the Christ Child. Created between 1609 and 1672, the work is characteristic of devotional art of the period. Saint Christopher is often depicted as a giant wading through a body of water, carrying the Christ Child on his shoulders, symbolizing faith and protection. The image's simple lines and intricate details are typical of the art of the time, serving as a reminder of the power of faith. This intricate emblem is part of the collection at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.