Filippo Neri in extase na veertig uur bidden 1630 - 1641

This etching by Luca Ciamberlano, titled "Filippo Neri in extase na veertig uur bidden", depicts a scene from the life of the Italian priest Filippo Neri, who is seen in a state of ecstasy while praying. The print was created between 1630 and 1641, shortly before Ciamberlano's death, and showcases his skill in capturing the emotion and drama of the moment. The figures in the foreground are rendered with detail, while the background recedes into the distance, drawing the viewer's attention to the focal point of the image. This engraving, a popular form of art in the 17th century, is an example of the use of religious imagery in visual storytelling.