De heilige Johannes van het Kruis 1712 - 1786

This is a print of a drawing by Giovanni Marco Pitteri from 1712-1786 depicting Saint John of the Cross, the Spanish mystic and poet. The print shows Saint John of the Cross with his head bowed in contemplation, holding a skull, a memento mori symbolizing mortality. This image is typical of the Baroque style with a focus on religious themes, emotion, and dramatic lighting. The use of chiaroscuro, the contrast of light and dark, adds to the devotional atmosphere of the work. This print would likely have been intended for private devotion and serves as a reminder of the brevity of life and the importance of spiritual contemplation.