Who painted The Stoning of Saint Stephen?

The Stoning of Saint Stephen was painted by Hans Freyberger in 1610.

Where can I see The Stoning of Saint Stephen?

The Stoning of Saint Stephen is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Stoning of Saint Stephen?

The Stoning of Saint Stephen is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of The Stoning of Saint Stephen?

Museum-quality prints of The Stoning of Saint Stephen are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Stoning of Saint Stephen

Hans Freyberger , 1610

The Stoning of Saint Stephen is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Hans Freyberger. It dates from 1610 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:lower left in black ink: HF (in monogram)

About this work

Overview

The Stoning of Saint Stephen is a drawing created by Hans Freyberger around 1610, depicting a pivotal moment in Christian martyrdom.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows Saint Stephen being stoned to death, surrounded by a chaotic crowd. He kneels with outstretched arms, gazing upwards, as people of various sizes throw rocks at him.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen, ink, and watercolor on laid paper, the work features loose, expressive lines and muted colors, predominantly browns and grays, with touches of pink and blue. The textured paper adds to the aged appearance of the drawing.