Heilige Johannes van Lyco after 1636

This etching, "Heilige Johannes van Lyco," created after 1636 by Dutch artist Frederick Bloemaert, portrays Saint John of Lyco in a moment of contemplation. The saint sits in a dimly lit room, holding a book and a rosary, illuminated by a lantern held high above. The use of light and shadow, characteristic of Baroque art, creates a dramatic and poignant atmosphere. The inscription "Ioannes Lyconensis" identifies the subject and emphasizes the print's devotional purpose. This small-scale artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is an example of Bloemaert's skilled rendering of religious figures and his ability to evoke a sense of piety through his masterful use of light and composition.