Ontmoeting tussen de Heilige Dominicus en de cisterciënzer monniken 1611

This engraving, titled "Ontmoeting tussen de Heilige Dominicus en de cisterciënzer monniken" (Meeting between Saint Dominic and the Cistercian monks), was created by Theodoor Galle in 1611. The print depicts a moment where Saint Dominic, a founder of the Dominican Order, encounters a group of Cistercian monks while riding a horse. The scene is framed by a landscape with rolling hills, creating a sense of depth and perspective. Galle masterfully captures the details of the figures' clothing and the horse's anatomy, demonstrating his mastery of the engraving technique. This work offers a glimpse into the religious beliefs and iconography of the 17th century and is a prime example of Dutch Baroque art.