Biddende Franciscus van Assisi met een open bijbel en crucifix 1862

"Biddende Franciscus van Assisi met een open bijbel en crucifix" (Praying Francis of Assisi with an open Bible and crucifix) is an 1862 lithograph by Auguste Danse. This artwork, currently located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Saint Francis of Assisi kneeling in prayer. He is positioned with his head tilted upwards, his eyes closed, and his hands clasped in a gesture of devotion. An open bible and crucifix lie before him, signifying his faith. The scene is set in a natural landscape, with a tree and a rocky outcropping behind Francis. The lithograph, measuring 396 mm in height and 268 mm in width, beautifully captures the piety and contemplation associated with Saint Francis.