Saint Sebastian

Saint Sebastian

Lorenzo Costa

1496

tempera

From the collection of Uffizi Gallery

About this work

This painting depicts a young man with long, dark hair and a pale complexion. He is shirtless, with a few arrows protruding from his body. The background is dark, with a subtle texture that suggests the use of tempera. The young man's expression is calm, despite the presence of the arrows. His body is lean and muscular, with a subtle sheen to the skin. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the subject is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Lorenzo Costa.

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