Who painted Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand?

Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand was painted by Albrecht Dürer in 1508.

Where can I see Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand?

Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand is held by Kunsthistorisches Museum.

What movement is Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand?

Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Artwork

Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand

Albrecht Dürer , 1508

Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1508 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

About this work

The painting is called Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand by Albrecht Dürer.
It was made in 1508.
The artist signed the painting on a cartouche, which is a decorative element, and included the year and his name in Latin.
This detail shows the artist's attention to his work.
You can learn more about this type of art at the Kunsthistorisches Museum.

Overview

Albrecht Dürer's "Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand" is an oil painting completed in 1508. This large-scale work depicts a significant religious narrative, showcasing the artist's detailed approach to complex compositions. The painting currently resides in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, Austria, where it is a notable example of Northern Renaissance art.

History & Provenance

A cartouche, or decorative scroll, hangs from a figure identified as the artist himself, positioned centrally within the chaotic scene.

Dürer meticulously signed and dated this canvas, incorporating his inscription directly into the composition. A cartouche, or decorative scroll, hangs from a figure identified as the artist himself, positioned centrally within the chaotic scene. The Latin text, "Iste faciebat Ano Domini 1508 Albertus Dürer Aleman," translates to "This was made in the year of the Lord 1508 by Albrecht Dürer, German," affirming his authorship and the work's completion date.