The Martyrdom of Saint John

Albrecht Dürer, probably c. 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.
Mākslinieks
Albrecht Dürer
Datējums
probably c. 1496/1498
Veids
Print
Tehnika
woodcut on laid paper
Izmēri
sheet (trimmed to block): 38.3 × 27.8 cm
Kolekcija
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Publiskais īpašums, CC0

Attēla apraksts

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