Martyrdom of Saint Andrew
1701
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1701
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Martyrdom of Saint Andrew is a 1701 ink by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a chaotic scene with people in rough clothes. One man in the center holds a tall cross while another clings to him. Above them, ghostly figures float, some with wings. On the ground, a person kneels, arms outstretched, while others look on or reach toward the sky. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to show movement and emotion. The mix of earthy browns and white highlights creates a dramatic, almost chaotic feel. Look up *Baroque* next to see more dramatic religious art like this.
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