The Betrothal of Saint Catharine 1504 - 1534

"The Betrothal of Saint Catharine" is an oil painting on canvas dating from 1504-1534. It is currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK) in Denmark. The painting depicts a scene from the life of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, with the Virgin Mary and Christ Child, and is an example of the early Renaissance style, common in Italy. Although the artist is unknown, the work is considered to be a significant example of religious art of the period. The painting's composition, lighting, and attention to detail are considered to be characteristic of the early Renaissance, particularly Italian art.