Leopold Willem, landvoogd der Zuidelijke Nederlanden, in aanbidding voor Madonna 1647 - 1675

Lucas Vorsterman I’s etching *Leopold Willem, landvoogd der Zuidelijke Nederlanden, in aanbidding voor Madonna* (1647-1675) depicts Leopold Willem, the governor of the Southern Netherlands, kneeling in prayer before the Virgin Mary and Child. The composition features a dramatic contrast between the earthly figure of Leopold Willem and the heavenly figures of the Madonna and child, with a halo of angels surrounding them. This artwork provides a powerful example of Baroque art, utilizing dramatic light and shadow, and a dynamic composition to evoke religious emotion. The etching was likely commissioned by Leopold Willem himself, and it served as a powerful image of his piety and devotion to the Virgin Mary.