Anna van Jezus 1611 - 1647

michelvanlochom

pencil drawn

mechanical pen drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

portrait reference

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pen work

pencil work

pencil art

Michel van Lochom's engraving depicts Anna van Jezus, a companion of Saint Teresa, holding a flaming heart. This portrait, created between 1611-1647, is a testament to Anna's devout life and her strong connection to the divine. The artwork is characterized by the use of light and shadow, with rays emanating from a sacred vessel, signifying the spiritual illumination of the subject. The inscription at the bottom of the engraving highlights Anna's religious devotion, emphasizing her role as a foundress of convents in France and Flanders. This small engraving is a powerful representation of religious fervor and the transformative power of faith.