Plate 11: Saint William of Aquitaine 1678

This etching, *Plate 11: Saint William of Aquitaine*, is one of a series of works by the Italian artist Giuseppe Maria Mitelli. The piece, dated 1678, depicts the saint kneeling before a figure holding a cross, while a haloed figure, likely the Virgin Mary, and a cherub appear above, symbolizing the saint's divine inspiration. The detailed depiction of the figures and the dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of realism and movement. The work is an example of Mitelli's skill in etching and his interest in religious themes, and can be viewed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.