Martyrdom of Saint Andrew
1669
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1669
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Martyrdom of Saint Andrew is a 1669 ink by Carlo Maratta, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts the martyrdom of Saint Andrew, with the saint tied to a diagonal cross in the center. He is surrounded by a crowd of people, some of whom are looking on in shock or horror. The scene is set against a backdrop of buildings and a cloudy sky. In the foreground, a group of men are shown reacting to the scene, with one man holding a spear and another looking on in distress. The etching is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
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