Das Martyrium Johannes des Evangelisten

Albrecht Dürer, wahrscheinlich um 1496/1498

This is a drawing of figures gathered around a central event of a figure immersed in a large cauldron. The artwork features elaborate details and expressions. The drawing showcases a variety of characters in diverse attire. The central figure in the cauldron appears distressed, as someone tends to a fire beneath, while other figures surround them, some appearing as observers, others engaged in the proceedings. The background is adorned with architectural and decorative elements.
Künstler
Albrecht Dürer
Datierung
wahrscheinlich um 1496/1498
Gattung
Druckgrafik
Technik
Holzschnitt auf Büttenpapier
Maße
sheet (trimmed to block): 38,3 × 27,8 cm
Sammlung
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lizenz
Gemeinfrei, CC0

Bildbeschreibung

This is a drawing of figures gathered around a central event of a figure immersed in a large cauldron. The artwork features elaborate details and expressions. The drawing showcases a variety of characters in diverse attire. The central figure in the cauldron appears distressed, as someone tends to a fire beneath, while other figures surround them, some appearing as observers, others engaged in the proceedings. The background is adorned with architectural and decorative elements.

Albrecht Dürer