Margareta van Antiochië trotseert de draak 1660

This etching by Jan van Troyen, created in 1660, depicts the story of Saint Margaret of Antioch. In the image, Saint Margaret stands confidently upon a defeated dragon, holding a cross in her hand. This scene alludes to the legend of Saint Margaret, who was said to have been swallowed by a dragon but emerged unharmed. The image, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's skill in portraying the dramatic encounter between the saint and the dragon, capturing the moment of victory and triumph over evil.