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: Member of the Canonesses of Saint Augustine of the Congregation of Our Lady

Description: This etched print features a member of the Canonesses of Saint Augustine of the Congregation of Our Lady holding a rosary and weeping before a crucifix. Alix Le Clerc (1576 – 1622 CE) founded the order in 1597. Its mission was to provide education to girls, especially those living in poverty. The order opened Schools of Our Lady throughout Europe.

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