Heilige Julia van Corsica after 1626
anonymous
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pencil drawn
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facial expression drawing
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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caricature
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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portrait drawing
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cartoon style
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cartoon carciture
This anonymous etching depicts Saint Julia of Corsica, a Christian martyr. The image shows her standing with a cross in one hand and a bucket in the other, with a halo of light radiating behind her head. This work, dated after 1626, showcases the detailed engraving style of the 17th century, emphasizing the religious devotion of the time through the depiction of the saint and her attributes. This print is a testament to the enduring visual culture of the Catholic Church, highlighting the importance of saints and their stories in religious practice and art. The artwork is currently in the collection of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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