The Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine

About this work

This image shows a busy scene with lots of figures gathered around a woman kneeling on a pedestal. Above her, a crown-shaped object hovers, and angels float nearby, some holding musical instruments. The woman looks upward, while others around her seem to be praying or playing music. The background has swirling clouds and a dark sky, making the figures stand out in light and shadow. The artist used a technique called *chiaroscuro*, which means strong contrasts between light and dark to create drama. This was common in Baroque art, which often packed scenes with action and emotion. Look up technique: woodcut next to see how this print was made.