Heilige Agnes 1640 - 1740

This etching by Orazio Brunetti, created sometime between 1640 and 1740, depicts the Christian saint Agnes of Rome. Agnes is shown with a lamb, a symbol of her purity and innocence, and a palm branch, representing her martyrdom. This work, which measures 214 mm in height and 146 mm in width, is a fine example of the Baroque period's preoccupation with religious subjects and detailed depictions of figures. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a dramatic and realistic portrayal of the saint.