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The Martyrdom of Saint Lucy from Heiligenleben, Sommerteil (Lives...1488...assembled 1929. Creators: Unknown, Anton Koberger, Jacobus de Voragine, Wilhelm Ludwig Schreiber)
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The Martyrdom of Saint Lucy from Heiligenleben, Sommerteil (Lives...1488...assembled 1929. Creators: Unknown, Anton Koberger, Jacobus de Voragine, Wilhelm Ludwig Schreiber)
The Martyrdom of Saint Lucy from Heiligenleben, Sommerteil (Lives of the Saints, Summertime), Plate 20 from Woodcuts from Books of the 15th Century, 1488, portfolio assembled 1929
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This image is a print of The Martyrdom of Saint Lucy, taken from the "Heiligenleben, Sommerteil" (Lives of the Saints, Summertime) series, created in the late 15th century. The print is a woodcut, likely produced from plates carved by Anton Koberger and his team, with additional hand-coloring or tinting by Wilhelm Ludwig Schreiber. The source material for this depiction is the "Golden Legend" or "Legenda Aurea," a widely-read compilation of saints' lives authored by Jacobus de Voragine in the 13th century. Saint Lucy, a renowned virgin and martyr, is shown in the print undergoing a brutal persecution for her unwavering Christian faith. According to legend, she was sentenced to be put to death by having her eyes gouged out, but miraculously, her eyes were restored by God. In this print, we see her being led to her execution, with her eyes already removed and held on a plate, while her faithful attendants look on in despair. The intricately detailed woodcut showcases the skill and artistry of the artists involved, with the figures depicted in dynamic poses and expressive gestures. The use of black and white, with selective hand-coloring, adds depth and contrast to the image, making it a striking and evocative work of art. This print is a precious artifact, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Christian art and literature from the 15th century.
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