Book Title: Nette Afbeeldingen der eygene dragten van alle geestelijke vrouwen en nonnenorders; Nevens een korte Aantekening van haar begin, voortgang en bevestiging. ... / Adrien Schoonenbeek.

Author: Schoonebeek, Adriaan, ca. 1660-1714

Image Title: Basilissa of Antioch

Description: This etched print depicts the Christian saint and martyr Basilissa of Antioch, wife of Julian, who was also a saint and martyr. According to legend, she and her husband preserved their virginity throughout their marriage. With him, she founded a hospital, which purportedly served thousands of indigents. She also founded a convent, of which she was a member.

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