Catharina van Alexandrië 1585 - 1631

This engraving, “Catharina van Alexandrië,” depicts Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a popular figure in Christian art, likely dating from the 17th century. The unknown artist captures the saint’s traditional attributes: a crown, a palm frond, and a book, symbolizing her martyrdom, virtue, and knowledge. The detailed lines and shading add to the realism of the image and further emphasize her noble bearing. The inscription below the image further supports the identification of the subject and provides additional context for the engraving.