The Stoning of Saint Stephen

About this work

This engraving shows a chaotic scene of people throwing rocks at a man on the ground. Others around him are either falling or reaching out in pain. In the background, a small town with towers and spires sits quietly, like it’s far away from the violence. The lines are sharp and layered, creating dark shadows and texture. The man being stoned is likely the saint in the title, Stephen, a key figure in early Christian history. The artist used fine lines to build up the drama, making the scene feel both urgent and detailed. Next, check out how engraving works to see how artists like this one carved these precise lines.