Saint dressed in a hooded cloak, holding book with the inscription "CHARITAS" from a portfolio of reproductions of the Imperial Gallery of Paintings in Vienna; plate 41 of the series 1728

This 1728 engraving by Giorgio Gasparo de Prenner is a reproduction of a painting by Jusepe de Ribera, a prominent Spanish Baroque painter. The image depicts a cloaked figure, most likely a saint, holding a book inscribed "CHARITAS." The engraving is a masterful example of the use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and detail, making the figure appear to be almost lifelike. The inscription on the book refers to the virtue of charity, highlighting the spiritual nature of the subject. This engraving is a valuable example of the dissemination of art during the 18th century through printmaking, and a testament to the skill of the artists who created these works.