Allegorische titelpagina met Cisterciënzer heiligen 1630

This 1630 engraving, “Allegorische titelpagina met Cisterciënzer heiligen” by Cornelis Galle I, depicts a scene of Cistercian saints ascending to heaven. It is a title page for a book about the Cistercian order and is notable for its intricate details and dramatic composition, including a central figure of the Virgin Mary. The engraving is an excellent example of Baroque-style artwork, showcasing the artist’s ability to represent religious narratives in a visually compelling way. The artwork is currently part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.