Franciscus ontvangt de stigmata
1602
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
411; 542
About this artwork
height 411 mm x width 542 mm
Art Historical Context
Cornelis Cort's *Franciscus ontvangt de stata* (Francis Receives the Stigmata), engraving from 1602, captures pivotal moment in Christian mysticism: Saint Francis of Assisi receiving the wounds of Christ a vision on Mount La Verna in 1224. This Dutch-titled work reflects the enduring popularity of Franciscan iconography in early modern Europe, where such scenes reinforced Catholic devotion amid the Counter-Reformation's emphasis on sensory spirituality. Measuring an impressive 411 mm high by 542 mm wide, this large-scale engraving showcases the medium's power for intricate detail and tonal de...
About the Artist
Cornelis Cort · 1533–1578
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