Mystieke huwelijk van H. Catharina van Alexandrië 1749 - 1754

Pierre Etienne Moitte's "Mystieke huwelijk van H. Catharina van Alexandrië" (1749 - 1754) is an etching depicting a scene of the mystical marriage of Saint Catherine of Alexandria to Christ. The artwork shows Saint Catherine receiving a ring from Christ as the Virgin Mary witnesses the event. The image is framed by a landscape setting, showcasing the artist's talent for detailed representation. The etching's original title, "Mariage de S. Catherine," further highlights the theme of the artwork and its subject matter. Moitte was a French engraver, active in the mid 18th century, known for his detailed representations of religious themes. This etching, measuring 328 mm in height and 253 mm in width, is an excellent example of his artistry and the popular religious subject matter of the time.