Een engel verschijnt aan H. Antonius 1598

This engraving, created by Antonio Tempesta in 1598, depicts the story of Saint Anthony of Egypt. The saint, depicted seated in the foreground, is visited by an angel who appears above him in the sky. Saint Anthony is depicted as a hermit, dressed in simple robes and holding a staff. The scene unfolds near the sea, with several figures and two deer in the background. Tempesta's use of line and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, making this a classic example of the Italian Renaissance engraving style. This piece, titled “Een engel verschijnt aan H. Antonius” (An angel appears to Saint Anthony) is held in the Rijksmuseum.