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The Martyrs of Japan

Jacques Callot

Cleveland Museum of Art

Black and white engraving depicting a scene with people on crosses. Multiple people are crucified on T-shaped crosses arranged in rows. The crucified individuals are wearing robes. Some have their arms outstretched. There are several people on the ground, some appear to be armed, some on horseback. A crowd surrounds the crucifixions. There are clouds with people flying in them at the top. The image appears to show a historical event. The engraving is titled "The Martyrs of Japan" and the artist is Jacques Callot.

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634 × 893 px
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