Apostel Matteüs / Apostel Simon Possibly 1616 - 1654

This etching by Nicolaes Ryckmans, likely created between 1616 and 1654, portrays Saint Matthew and Saint Simon, two of the twelve apostles. The detailed rendering of the figures' facial features and the expressive folds of their garments are characteristic of Ryckmans' style. These two prints, "Apostel Matteüs" and "Apostel Simon," are part of a larger series of prints depicting the Apostles. The Rijksmuseum, where the artwork is housed, showcases the artist's mastery of the etching technique and the powerful visual impact of his religious imagery.