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The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

This drawing depicts two figures in a dramatic scene. One figure is clothed in detailed attire with fur trim, aiming a bow and arrow at the other figure who is tied to a tree with ropes. The second figure shows distress, with visible muscles and a pained expression. The background includes trees, structural elements, and scattered pebbles. A sword in a sheath lies next to the archer. The drawing is intricate and expressive in style.

Artwork Details

Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3376 × 4891 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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