H. Bonosa 1565 - 1630

This etching by Antonio Tempesta, titled "H. Bonosa" and dated between 1565 and 1630, depicts a scene of martyrdom. In the center of the composition, a woman is bound to a pillar while a figure raises a sword to strike her down. Another figure kneels in prayer in the background. The scene is set within an ornate oval frame, characteristic of the Italian Baroque style. The intricate details and dramatic lighting create a sense of immediacy and pathos, highlighting the tragic nature of the subject matter. This work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Tempesta's skill in capturing both the brutality and the piety of religious narratives through his masterful etching technique.