1505
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence is a 1505 ink by Hans Baldung Grien, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this woodcut, a group of men are shown torturing a man who is lying on a grill. The men are holding various objects, including a long stick, a hook, and a basket of hot coals. The man on the grill appears to be in agony, with his body contorted in a twisted position. The scene is set in a room with stone walls and a high ceiling. The atmosphere is one of intense suffering and brutality. The level of detail in the woodcut is impressive, with intricate lines and textures that add to the overall sense of realism. This woodcut is a powerful example of the artistic techniques used during the Renaissance period. To learn more about the artist who created this work, look up Baldung Grien, Hans.
Hans Baldung (1484 or 1485 – September 1545), called Hans Baldung Grien, (being an early nickname, because of his predilection for the colour green), was a painter, printer, engraver, draftsman, and stained glass…
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