The Stoning of Saint Stephen

Israhel van Meckenem

National Gallery of Art

This drawing depicts a scene with a castle in the background and multiple figures engaged in action. The castle has several towers on the left side. In the foreground, there are figures in dynamic poses, including one figure kneeling and another throwing stones. The composition is detailed with lines and shading, typical of intricate engraving techniques. The scene conveys movement and tension through the expressive gestures and postures of the figures.