Heilige Franciscus van Assisi in extase 1573 - 1610

This etching, created between 1573 and 1610 by Francesco Vanni, depicts Saint Francis of Assisi in a state of ecstasy. The composition shows the saint in the foreground, with his head resting on his hand and a crucifix in his lap. Above him, an angel plays a musical instrument, symbolizing the divine inspiration that Saint Francis experienced. The etching, which is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, captures the spiritual intensity of the saint's mystical experience, as well as the beauty and depth of Vanni's artistic style. The artwork's detailed rendering and the use of light and shadow contribute to its emotional impact.