Sterfbed van Ignatius 1610

"Sterfbed van Ignatius" is a 1610 engraving by Dutch artist Karel van Mallery, depicting the death of Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuit order. The artwork shows Ignatius lying in bed, surrounded by fellow Jesuits, who are praying for his soul. The scene is divided into three parts: the central panel shows Ignatius’ deathbed, the left panel depicts the saint receiving blessings from the Pope, and the right panel shows the moment when Ignatius’ death was announced in Rome. The engraving is a significant piece in the context of Catholic art, reflecting the veneration of Jesuit saints in the early 17th century. It is now in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.