Artwork
The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St. Thomas

The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St. Thomas is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St.
About this work
Overview
The Martyrdom of the Apostles: St. Thomas is a print by Jacques Callot, created around 1632, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a chaotic scene in a courtyard, where a group of robed figures surround a man being dragged by the feet, while a winged figure floats above, observing the turmoil, suggesting divine judgment.
Technique & Style
Callot employed chiaroscuro, a technique characterized by strong contrasts between light and dark, to create a sense of tension and drama in the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.







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