Lucas de evangelist 1657

This 1657 etching by Stephan Colbenschlag depicts Saint Luke, the evangelist, seated on a bull, a symbol traditionally associated with him. The composition is dynamic and dramatic, with a central figure of Saint Luke and a surrounding cast of cherubs and angels. Saint Luke holds an unfurled scroll inscribed with the words "Evīt Shef Dou," and other cherubs hold a book, further emphasizing the evangelist's association with writing and scripture. This work exemplifies Colbenschlag's skill in rendering intricate details with a precise line, creating a visually captivating and thematically meaningful scene.