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Martyrdom of Saint Erasmus

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ornate scene with historical and religious elements. The image depicts a crowned figure seated on a throne, surrounded by individuals in robes. In the foreground, a man is lying on a table, and above him, a mechanism is being operated by others. To the right of the throne, an angel-like figure is depicted within a circular form. The drawing is monochromatic and uses detailed line work and hatching to provide depth and texture to the figures and their surroundings.

Artwork Details

Date
1608/1611
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2766 × 4227 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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