1593
ink
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence is a 1593 ink by Claude Vignon, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts a dramatic scene of Saint Lawrence's martyrdom. In the foreground, Saint Lawrence is shown lying on a gridiron, surrounded by a group of people who appear to be watching in horror. The saint's body is contorted in agony, and his face is twisted in a grimace of pain. The scene is set against a backdrop of a cityscape, with buildings and towers visible in the distance. The overall mood of the etching is one of intense drama and emotion, with the use of strong lines and shading creating a sense of tension and energy. The level of detail and realism in this etching is impressive, and it's clear that the artist, Claude Vignon, was a master of his craft. To learn more about the Renaissance movement, which this etching is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.
Claude Vignon (19 May 1593 – 10 May 1670) was a French painter, printmaker and illustrator who worked in a wide range of genres.
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