Visioen van de H. Dominicus c. 1620 - 1630

This anonymous etching, *Visioen van de H. Dominicus*, depicts a scene of Saint Dominic kneeling before the Virgin Mary and Child. The composition showcases the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child in a seated position. The scene takes place in an idyllic landscape, with a child shepherd tending to a flock of sheep and a dog at their feet. The etching's dramatic use of light and shadow emphasizes the sacred nature of the subject matter. Created circa 1620-1630, the etching likely depicts a vision of Saint Dominic, highlighting his devotion to the Virgin Mary. This small-scale work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, serves as a testament to the enduring power of faith and the artistic expression of religious devotion in the Dutch Golden Age.