Who painted The Stoning of St. Stephen?

The Stoning of St. Stephen was painted by Bartholomeus Breenbergh in 1632.

Where can I see The Stoning of St. Stephen?

The Stoning of St. Stephen is held by J. Paul Getty Museum.

What movement is The Stoning of St. Stephen?

The Stoning of St. Stephen is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

Can I buy a print of The Stoning of St. Stephen?

Museum-quality prints of The Stoning of St. Stephen are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Stoning of St. Stephen

Bartholomeus Breenbergh , 1632

The Stoning of St. Stephen is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Bartholomeus Breenbergh. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the J. Paul Getty Museum. The Stoning of St.

About this work

Overview

The Stoning of St. Stephen is a 1632 oil painting by Bartholomeus Breenbergh, a Dutch artist known for his landscapes influenced by Italian styles.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the biblical scene of Saint Stephen's martyrdom, showing a crowd stoning a kneeling figure surrounded by a large stone structure in the background.

Technique & Style

Breenbergh employed a range of colors and bold brushstrokes to convey depth and emotional intensity, utilizing chiaroscuro to create a dramatic effect through the interplay of light and shadow.

History & Provenance

Created after Breenbergh's return to Amsterdam from over a decade in Rome, the painting is now part of the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.

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Artist

Bartholomeus Breenbergh

Bartholomeus Breenbergh (before 13 November 1598 – after 3 October 1657) was a Dutch Golden Age painter of Italian and Italianate landscapes, in Rome (1619-1630) and Amsterdam (1630-1657).