Heilige Barbara 1783

"Heilige Barbara" is an etching by Johann Gottlieb Prestel created in 1783. The artwork depicts Saint Barbara, a Christian martyr, standing in a landscape and holding a chalice. Prestel, a German artist known for his engravings, captures the figure of Barbara with precise detail and subtle shading. The etching is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum, showcasing the artist's mastery of the medium and his interpretation of a significant religious figure.