Heilige Margaretha als martelares 1639 - 1670

"Heilige Margaretha als martelares" is an etching created by Flemish artist Petrus Clouwet between 1639 and 1670. The image depicts Saint Margaret of Antioch, a popular Christian martyr, in an oval frame. She is depicted with a halo and palm branch, symbols of martyrdom. She stands before a dragon, who is bound and subdued, symbolizing her overcoming evil. The etching is executed in a delicate red tone, typical of 17th-century prints. Clouwet's depiction of Saint Margaret, characterized by its simple composition and detailed linework, exemplifies the devotional art popular in 17th-century Flanders.