Artwork
Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand (copy after the original from 1508 in Vienna)
Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand (copy after the original from 1508 in Vienna) is a paint painting by the High Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1529 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections. This painting is a copy of Albrecht Dürer's original work from 1508, now in Vienna.
About this work
Overview
This painting is a copy of Albrecht Dürer's original work from 1508, now in Vienna. It is executed in paint and depicts a dramatic scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows numerous figures in various states of distress, with a central kneeling figure surrounded by others in different poses. The multitude of figures creates a sense of chaos and turmoil, conveying a powerful emotional impact.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro and color creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the central figure. The contrast between light and dark adds to the dramatic effect, characteristic of Renaissance art.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
