1646
oil
canvas
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
The Martyrdom of St. Andrew is a 1646 oil by Charles Le Brun, a French Classical Baroque work, depicting Andrew the Apostle, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.
This painting shows a dramatic scene of a man being martyred. He is tied to a large wooden cross, with his arms and legs stretched out. A group of people are gathered around him, some of whom are dressed in ancient clothing. The man is depicted in a state of suffering, with his body contorted in pain. In the background, there is a sense of chaos and turmoil, with people running and shouting. The atmosphere is tense and emotional, with a focus on the central figure of the man being martyred. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a strong contrast between light and dark, adding to the overall sense of drama and tension. For more on this technique, look up chiaroscuro.
Charles Le Brun (French pronunciation: ; baptised 24 February 1619 – 12 February 1690) was a French painter, physiognomist, art theorist, and a director of several art schools of his time.
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