Penning met het portret van de Heilige Willibrord en de namen van de bisschoppen van Utrecht by Anonymous

Penning met het portret van de Heilige Willibrord en de namen van de bisschoppen van Utrecht 1685 - 1720

anonymous

pencil drawn

shading to add clarity

pen sketch

pencil sketch

old engraving style

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pen work

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This anonymous engraving, created sometime between 1685 and 1720, depicts Saint Willibrord, the patron saint of Utrecht, holding a crosier. The inscription surrounding the image lists the names of the bishops of Utrecht, a testament to their long and rich history. The engraving, likely intended for devotional purposes, showcases the importance of Willibrord in Dutch Christianity and the enduring legacy of the bishopric of Utrecht. This circular design, featuring intricate details, highlights the artistry and skill of the unknown engraver.