Martydom Collection

The martydom of Saint Eulalia, fter the painting by John William Waterhouse
3506099 The martydom of Saint Eulalia, fter the painting by John William Waterhouse, from Hutchinson's History of the Nations, pub. 1915; (add.info.: The martydom of Saint Eulalia)

Ramon Mur ('?-1436). Altarpiece of Saint Peter (1432-1435)
Ramon Mur ('?-1436). Gothic painter. Altarpiece of Saint Peter from Church of Vinaixa (1432-1435). Crucifixion of Saint Peter. Diocesan Museum of Tarragona. Catalonia. Spain. Date:

St. Sebastian, c. 1459 (tempera on panel)
5978162 St. Sebastian, c.1459 (tempera on panel) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian)

St. Sebastian (detail), c. 1459 (tempera on panel)
3928695 St. Sebastian (detail), c.1459 (tempera on panel) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: Mantegnas signature in Greek)

Martydom of St. Ignatius of Antioch (oil on canvas)
954747 Martydom of St. Ignatius of Antioch (oil on canvas) by Crespi, Giovanni Battista (Il Cerano) (1567-1633); Galleria e Museo Estense, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: Ignatius of Antioch ((c)

Martyre de sainte Thecle (engraving)
3624108 Martyre de sainte Thecle (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martyre de sainte Thecle)

Central door of the basilica, decorated 1439-45 (bronze) (see also 247331-247337)
LEE247330 Central door of the basilica, decorated 1439-45 (bronze) (see also 247331-247337) by Filarete, Antonio (c.1400-69); St. Peter s, Vatican City; (add.info.: the bronze door is from Old St)

Seneca in his bath, the martydom of the saints and text Date: 1493

Martydom Saint Cecilia standing naked large cauldron
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St. Sebastian, c. 1459 (tempera on panel)
XAM54147 St. Sebastian, c.1459 (tempera on panel) by Mantegna, Andrea (1431-1506); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; Ali Meyer; Italian, out of copyright

Christ bearing his cross, c. 1475 (engraving)
XJF405741 Christ bearing his cross, c.1475 (engraving) by Schongauer, Martin (1440-91); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"Martyrdom: A Glimpse into the Sacrificial Journey of Saints and Heroes" In the realm of art, martyrdom has been a recurring theme that captivates viewers with its profound depiction of sacrifice and devotion. From Ramon Mur's Altarpiece of Saint Peter to Christ Carrying the Cross engraving by an unknown artist, these masterpieces transport us to moments where faith is tested and lives are laid down. One such powerful representation is The Martyrdom of Archbishop Cranmer, an engraving that immortalizes the tragic fate of a religious leader who refused to renounce his beliefs. Similarly, in Martyrdom of Brother Jacopo de Padova in India, we witness the harrowing tale of a missionary facing persecution in a foreign land. Artists have also explored martyrdom through different lenses. In The Spectacle of Human Folly, we are confronted with an oil on canvas piece from 1872 that exposes society's tendency towards self-destruction. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a reminder that martyrdom can manifest not only through physical suffering but also through societal ignorance. The diversity within this theme becomes evident when examining Martyre Chretienne, A Berlin Rectangular Plaque created by K. P. M. , which showcases Christian martyrs throughout history. Meanwhile, St. Sebastian's tempera on panel paintings depict both strength and vulnerability as he endures his tormentors' arrows. Martyrdom extends beyond Christianity; it encompasses various cultures and religions worldwide. The Martyrdoms depicted in Seneca in His Bath or Martyre de sainte Thècle engravings offer glimpses into ancient tales where individuals faced persecution for their beliefs or actions. Even architectural marvels like the Central Door of the Basilica decorated between 1439-45 remind us how martyrdom finds expression even in bronze craftsmanship - inviting contemplation upon entering sacred spaces.