Het wonder van de heilige Barbara te Gorinchem 1513 - 1517

Lucas van Leyden’s 16th-century engraving, "Het wonder van de heilige Barbara te Gorinchem," depicts the miracle of Saint Barbara, a Christian martyr. The print showcases a scene of Saint Barbara’s intervention in which she saves a man from a fiery fate, highlighting her divine protection and spiritual power. This small artwork (106 mm x 155 mm) exemplifies the detailed and expressive nature of Northern Renaissance printmaking, showcasing van Leyden's mastery of the medium and his ability to create a compelling narrative through the power of line.