Apostel Paulus 1717 - 1732

"Apostel Paulus" is a 1717-1732 etching by Nicolaes Ryckmans depicting Saint Paul. The piece is a portrait of the apostle holding a sword and a book, symbolic of his role as a defender of faith. Saint Paul, also known as the Apostle to the Gentiles, was a key figure in early Christianity and his message is still relevant today. This artwork from the Rijksmuseum is a prime example of the meticulous detail and skill characteristic of etching during the 18th century.