Saint Cecilia
Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of musicians, is caught in a moment of divine inspiration here, her eyes rolled back as she plays the organ. This intricate engraving is based on a drawing by the Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, capturing his signature dramatic flair in black and white. Notice the two cherubs hovering behind her—one seems to be turning the pages of her music, while the other looks on with a wing peeking out. The dense cross-hatching creates a sense of texture that makes the heavy folds of her dress look almost tangible, showing how prints helped spread Rubens' fame across Europe.
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