De heilige Rochus geneest een zieke 1660 - 1680

This etching, "De heilige Rochus geneest een zieke" (Saint Roch Healing a Sick Man), created by Marcantonio Bellavia between 1660 and 1680, depicts the patron saint of plague victims, Saint Roch, healing a sick man. The scene takes place under a portico, with a halo illuminating Saint Roch as he kneels and gestures towards the sick man lying on a bed. The detailed etching showcases Bellavia's mastery of light and shadow, enhancing the dramatic effect of the scene. The composition features a group of onlookers observing the miraculous healing, providing a sense of communal involvement in the event. This artwork is a testament to the power of faith and the enduring popularity of religious imagery in Baroque art.