Heilige Apollonia met nijptang met tand 1500 - 1527

This engraving, "Heilige Apollonia met nijptang met tand," was created by Marcantonio Raimondi between 1500 and 1527. It depicts Saint Apollonia, a 3rd-century Christian martyr who is known for her association with dentistry. She is often portrayed holding a pair of pincers and a tooth, symbolizing her torture. This print, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the delicate detail and realistic rendering that Raimondi, a master of the engraving technique, was famous for. The piece's small size, 83 mm in height and 52 mm in width, allows for intimate viewing, highlighting the intricate lines and textures of the engraving.