Sibille van Erythrae 1546 - 1562

This etching, created by Frans Huys in 1546-1562, depicts Sibylla Erythraea, one of the ten Sibyls of ancient Roman prophecy. The Sibyl is shown seated, holding an open book, and pointing with her right hand towards the distant city in the background. This intricate engraving demonstrates Huys' mastery of detail and the fine lines characteristic of Northern Renaissance art. The artwork is currently held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.