1514
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand is a 1514 chalk by Vittore Carpaccio, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This drawing depicts a chaotic scene of people gathered around a structure, with some individuals standing on the ground and others perched on top. The artist has used red chalk to create the image, with short pen strokes visible in some areas. In the foreground, a group of people are shown in various poses, some standing and others sitting or lying down. The structure behind them appears to be some kind of building or monument, with a large archway and columns visible. The drawing is a study for a larger work, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing dynamic scenes and emotions. To learn more about the techniques used in this piece, explore the art of sfumato.
Vittore Carpaccio (UK: kar-PATCH-ee-oh, US: -PAHTCH-, Italian: ; c. 1460/65 – c. 1525) was an Italian painter of the Venetian school who studied under Gentile Bellini. Carpaccio was largely influenced by the style of…
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