Heilige Antonius de Grote als kluizenaar 1521

This 1521 engraving by Sebald Beham depicts Saint Anthony the Great as a hermit. The scene shows the saint seated in a mountainous landscape, dressed in a simple robe, and holding a book. A small bell, crosses, and a pig lie at his feet, referencing the temptations the saint endured. The background features a crucifix, symbolic of Anthony's devotion and the trials he faced. This print is a beautiful example of Beham's masterful use of line and detail to create a compelling and evocative image. Beham's engravings were popular throughout Europe, and this work is a testament to the enduring power of religious art.