Katholicisme overwint de ketterij 1690

This 1690 etching by Gaspar Bouttats, titled "Katholicisme overwint de ketterij," depicts a symbolic scene of Catholicism triumphing over heresy. The central figure, a Pope, stands on a pedestal, his foot crushing a multi-headed dragon symbolizing heresy. The Pope holds a staff topped with a cross and a shield bearing the keys of St. Peter, further emphasizing his authority. This intricate engraving exemplifies the Baroque style, with its dynamic composition and dramatic use of light and shadow. It is a powerful visual representation of the Counter-Reformation period, highlighting the Church's struggle against Protestant beliefs.