Il martirio di san Giovanni

Albrecht Dürer, probabilmente circa 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.
Artista
Albrecht Dürer
Datazione
probabilmente circa 1496/1498
Tipologia
Stampa
Tecnica
Xilografia su carta vergata
Dimensioni
sheet (trimmed to block): 38,3 × 27,8 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

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