Heilige Catharina van Alexandrië met palmtak, zwaard en gebroken wiel 1610 - 1614

This engraving, created between 1610 and 1614 by Boëtius Adamsz. Bolswert, depicts Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Saint Catherine was a 4th-century Christian martyr known for her intelligence and her refusal to renounce her faith. She is often depicted with a wheel, a symbol of her torture, and a palm branch, a symbol of martyrdom. In this engraving, Saint Catherine kneels on a rocky outcrop, clutching a sword and palm branch. An angel above her holds a laurel wreath, signifying her victory over death. The engraving's detailed, expressive lines and dramatic use of light and shadow create a sense of spiritual power and devotion. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Saint Catherine and the enduring power of religious art.