Libische Sibille 1615

"Libische Sibylle" (1615) is an engraving by Magdalena van de Passe, a Dutch artist known for her portraiture and mythological scenes. The print depicts the Libyan Sibyl, a prophetess from ancient Libya, holding a scroll and gazing upwards towards a divine light. The Sibyl's expression is solemn and her pose is stately, emphasizing her prophetic role. This image showcases the artist's mastery of detail and the skillful use of shading to create a sense of volume and depth. The engraving was created during the Baroque period and exhibits the influence of the Renaissance in its classical subject matter and humanist approach.