H. Christoffel 1550 - 1650

This engraving, "H. Christoffel," by Wierix depicts a scene from the life of Saint Christopher, who is famously known for carrying a child across a river. The image shows the saint in the middle of the river, wading through the water while carrying the child on his back. The child, identified as Jesus Christ, is holding onto Saint Christopher's head. The engraving, which is a small-scale work (measuring 92mm x 64mm), is a prime example of Wierix’s masterful depiction of religious figures and the use of light and shadow. This work, dated to between 1550-1650, was likely made for religious use as a visual aid.