De heilige Catherina van Siena met doornenkroon 1717 - 1763

This etching by Pietro Monaco, created between 1717 and 1763, depicts Saint Catherine of Siena wearing a crown of thorns. Catherine, a 14th-century Italian mystic and theologian, is known for her devoutness and her visions. The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures her spiritual fervor, emphasizing the suffering she endured for her faith. The detail of the crown of thorns, a symbol of Christ’s passion, further underscores her piety and devotion.