Martyrdom of Saint Stephen

Jacques Callot after Lavinia Fontana

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a group of people engaged in a religious scene. The drawing depicts a densely packed group of figures in a historical or biblical setting. In the foreground, several figures are kneeling or standing, some with their hands raised. The scene takes place outdoors, in front of buildings with domes and arches visible in the background. Above the group, the sky is filled with clouds and what appear to be angelic or divine figures. The atmosphere is solemn and dramatic, with intricate line work detailing the expressions and attire of the figures.