Stamboom van Jezuïtische heiligen 1747 - 1757

Isabella Hertsens's "Stamboom van Jezuïtische heiligen," completed between 1747 and 1757, is a detailed genealogical tree of Jesuit saints. The artwork depicts Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus, at the base of the tree, with other prominent figures branching out above him. The small size of this engraving, measuring only 115 mm in height and 84 mm in width, suggests that it was intended for personal devotion or as an insert in a book. This image is a compelling example of the visual language used to portray the Jesuit order's history and its importance to Catholic belief.