Catharina bidt voor genezing / Catharina kust de wonden van Christus / Catharina verzorgt een zieke 1597

This engraving by Pieter de Jode I, titled "Catharina bidt voor genezing/Catharina kust de wonden van Christus/Catharina verzorgt een zieke," depicts the story of Saint Catherine of Alexandria tending to the sick. The image highlights Catherine's devotion and miraculous healing abilities. The central scene shows Catherine kneeling before a dying man, her hand gently touching his wounds. Above, in the sky, Christ is seen ascending to heaven, surrounded by angels. The artwork features a vibrant contrast of light and shadow, emphasizing the divine presence. Created in 1597, this piece is an excellent example of Dutch Renaissance engraving.