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Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence

Hans Baldung Grien

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of multiple figures with a central platform. The scene is chaotic and intense with figures engaged in a task using tools and a grid-like structure. The style resembles woodcut prints with bold lines and high contrast. The foreground shows figures in dynamic poses around the grid. The background includes architectural elements suggesting a historical or medieval setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1505
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3365 × 4925 px
Public Domain
Yes
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