H. Bruno van Keulen 1649

This etching by Wenceslaus Hollar depicts the figure of Saint Bruno, the founder of the Carthusian Order. Created in 1649, the image shows the saint standing on a hill, holding a book in his hand. He looks upwards towards an angel in the clouds. The scene is set against a mountainous backdrop and features a distant city and an inscription that reveals the biographical details of Saint Bruno. This artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum’s collection, is a fine example of Hollar's skill in etching and his ability to create a sense of devotional awe within the composition.