St. Catherine of Alexandria 1644 - 1652

Wenceslaus Hollar's "St. Catherine of Alexandria" is a 17th-century etching depicting the Christian saint. The composition features Catherine in a simple gown and veil, her gaze directed towards the viewer. She holds a book and a palm branch, symbols of her faith and martyrdom. This etching was created between 1644 and 1652, a period when Hollar was producing a vast body of work in England. The image is a testament to the artist's skill in capturing subtle detail and conveying the subject's inner strength. "St. Catherine of Alexandria" is a powerful example of Hollar's mastery of etching, a technique that would later be influential on other artists.