Verheerlijking van de heilige Catharina c. 1581 - 1612

"Verheerlijking van de heilige Catharina" (c. 1581 - 1612) is a black and white engraving by Theodoor Galle (1571 - 1633) held in the Rijksmuseum. The engraving depicts Saint Catherine of Alexandria standing in front of a broken wheel, a symbol of her martyrdom, with a crowd of fallen figures surrounding her. An angel descends from the heavens above to crown her. This iconic scene, often seen in art, is a testament to St. Catherine’s strength and faith. The image offers viewers a glimpse into 17th-century artistic practices with its focus on detail and realistic portrayal of human figures.