Sinte Aelwaer 1541 - 1546

"Sinte Aelwaer" (1541-1546) by Cornelis Anthonisz. is a woodcut print depicting a woman, Saint Aelwaer, riding a donkey. The print is full of symbolism, with a cat, pig, and crow perched on her shoulders and a halo behind her head. The saint is depicted as a humble and charitable figure, carrying her animal companions with grace. The scene is set in a rural landscape, highlighting the saint's connection to nature and simplicity. This piece, now in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artistic and religious practices of 16th-century Netherlands.