Familie van Eustachius van Rome 1638

Michel Dorigny's 1638 etching, "Familie van Eustachius van Rome," depicts the ascension of the family of Eustachius of Rome to heaven. The work features the saint and his family amidst a flurry of angels, with the upper right of the composition showing Eustachius himself being lifted to heaven by two angels. The print, measuring 419 mm high and 302 mm wide, was likely created for devotional purposes, showcasing the piety and virtue of the family in their acceptance of a difficult fate. The engraving utilizes strong contrasts between light and dark and a dramatic composition that highlights the event's significance.