Jesus Christ appearing to St. Francis
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a dramatic scene inside a dimly lit room. At the center, a robed man kneels on the floor, his head bowed as if praying. Above him floats a glowing figure with outstretched arms, surrounded by smaller angelic faces. To the sides, two other robed men stand—one holding a staff, the other a book—while a woman in dark clothes looks upward. The kneeling figure is likely the focus, with light and shadow creating a sense of depth. The angels and the bright figure above seem to be descending or shining down on him. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this print in person.
