Martyr Collection (page 8)

The Explosion of Gunboat nr 2, under Command of Jan van Speijk, off Antwerp, 5 February 1831, 1832

L'Exposition des oeuvres d'art mutilees ou provenant des regions devastees... 1916. Creator: Unknown
L'Exposition des oeuvres d'art mutilees ou provenant des regions devastees; Tete et fragments du Saint Tarcisius, de Falguiere (chateau de Gerbeviller), 1916

Saint Sebastian, c.1460. Creator: Master ES
Saint Sebastian, c.1460

Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1500-1530. Creator: Francesco Zaganelli
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 1500-1530

Saint Ignatius of Antioch, 1460-1499. Creator: Anon
Saint Ignatius of Antioch, 1460-1499

Saint Sebastian, 1460-1499. Creator: Anon
Saint Sebastian, 1460-1499

Death of St Cecilia, c.1600. Creator: Anon
Death of St Cecilia, c.1600. Copy after Hieronymus Wierix

Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence, with Two Benedictine Nuns, c.1425. Creator: Jacobello del Fiore
Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence, with Two Benedictine Nuns, c.1425. Other Title(s): The Martyrdom of St Lawrence, with two Dominican Nuns

Saint Agatha Visited in Prison by Saint Peter, c. 1650. Creator: Bellis, Antonio de (c. 1616-c. 1660)
Saint Agatha Visited in Prison by Saint Peter, c. 1650. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1564. Creator: Pino (Marco da Siena), Marco (1521-1583)
The Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, ca 1564. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saint John the Baptist, 1635-1640. Creator: Fracanzano, Cesare (1605-1651)
Saint John the Baptist, 1635-1640. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saint Sebastian, 1655-1657. Creator: Preti, Mattia (1613-1699)
Saint Sebastian, 1655-1657. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saint Sebastian Tended by the Pious Women, 1615. Creator: Schedone (Schidone), Bartolomeo (1570-1615)
Saint Sebastian Tended by the Pious Women, 1615. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saint Sebastian, ca 1521-1525. Creator: Garofalo, Benvenuto Tisi da (1481-1559)
Saint Sebastian, ca 1521-1525. Found in the collection of the Museo di Capodimonte, Naples

Saints Cosmas and Damian, c. 1620-1630. Creator: Caracciolo, Giovanni Battista (1578-1635)
Saints Cosmas and Damian, c. 1620-1630. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

Santa Giustina de Borromeis, ca 1475. Creator: Bellini, Giovanni (1430-1516)
Santa Giustina de Borromeis, ca 1475. Found in the collection of the Museo Bagatti Valsecchi, Milano

The Virgin Adoring the Christ Child with Saint John the Baptist and Two Angels, Last quarter of 15th century. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

The Stoning of Saint Stephen, 1603-1604. Creator: Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609)
The Stoning of Saint Stephen, 1603-1604. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Virgin and Child with Saints John the Baptist and Sebastian (Pala Casio), 1500. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Saint Sebastian Tended by Saint Irene, ca 1649. Creator: La Tour, Georges, de (1583-1652)
Saint Sebastian Tended by Saint Irene, ca 1649. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Saint Paul preaching at Ephesus (La Prédication de saint Paul à Éphèse), 1649. Creator: Le Sueur, Eustache (1617-1655)
Saint Paul preaching at Ephesus (La Predication de saint Paul a Ephese), 1649. Found in the collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Saint John the Baptist, ca 1624-1625. Creator: Valentin de Boullogne (1591-1632)
Saint John the Baptist, ca 1624-1625. Found in the collection of the Musee de l'Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Saint Mitophan et le dieu mars... 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Saint Mitophan et le dieu mars... 19th century. Saint Mitrophan and the god Mars resting from the fatigues of war

Meeting of the Betrothed Couple and the Departure of the Pilgrims (The Legend of Saint)
Meeting of the Betrothed Couple and the Departure of the Pilgrims (The Legend of Saint Ursula), 1495-1500. Found in the collection of the Gallerie dell'Accademia, Venice

Return of the Ambassadors (The Legend of Saint Ursula), 1495-1500. Creator: Carpaccio, Vittore (1460-1526)
Return of the Ambassadors (The Legend of Saint Ursula), 1495-1500. Found in the collection of the Gallerie dell'Accademia, Venice

Saint George with Scenes from His Life, 1516. Creator: Carpaccio, Vittore (1460-1526)
Saint George with Scenes from His Life, 1516. Found in the collection of the Basilica di San Giorgio Maggiore, Venezia

Consecration of Saint Stephen as deacon, 1511. Creator: Carpaccio, Vittore (1460-1526)
Consecration of Saint Stephen as deacon, 1511. Found in the collection of the Staatliche Museen, Berlin

The Martyrdom of Saint George, ca. 1575. Creator: Coxcie (Coxie), Michiel (1499-1592)
The Martyrdom of Saint George, ca. 1575. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Martyrdom of Saint George, ca. 1575. Creator: Coxcie (Coxie), Michiel (1499-1592)
The Martyrdom of Saint George, ca. 1575. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, 1575. Creator: Coxcie (Coxie), Michiel (1499-1592)
The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, 1575. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

Saint Christopher, 1490. Creator: Massys, Quentin (1466-1530)
Saint Christopher, 1490. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

Christ on the Cross with Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Dominic and an Angel, 1622-1627. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

Saint Sebastian, 1615-1620. Creator: Giovanni Lanfranco
Saint Sebastian, 1615-1620

Under the Arena, after Carl Von Piloty, c1880-83. Creator: W Hecht
Under the Arena, after Carl Von Piloty'. From "Modern Artists" by F.G.Dumas. [J.S.Virtue & Co Ltd, London, c1880]

Der Schatzbehalter oder Schrein der waren Reichtümer des Heils und ewige Seligkeit, 1491
Der Schatzbehalter oder Schrein der waren Reichtumer des Heils und ewige Seligkeit, 1491. Treasure Box or Shrine of the True Riches of Salvation and Eternal Blessedness

The Martyrdom of Saint Barbara, c. 1450. Creator: Master ES
The Martyrdom of Saint Barbara, c. 1450

Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1450/1460. Creator: Master ES
Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1450/1460

Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Merri : Prédication de saint Denis et conversion des... 1873
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Merri : Predication de saint Denis et conversion des Gaulois. Decollation de saint Denis. Christ en croix. Saint Rustique et saint Eleuthere. 1873

Jeanne d'Arc: La Pucelle d'Orléans, 1769. Creator: Antoine de Marcenay Ghuy
Jeanne d'Arc: La Pucelle d'Orleans, 1769

Esquisse pour l'église Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prêchant. Martyre... 1866
Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Bernard-de-la-Chapelle : Sainte Denis prechant. Martyre de Saint Denis et de ses compagnons, Saint Rustique et Saint Eleuthere, 1866

The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1620. Creator: Aegidius Sadeler II
The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1620

The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1620/1621. Creator: Jacob Jordaens
The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1620/1621

Christian Martyrs, 1869/1871. Creator: Gustave Doré
Christian Martyrs, 1869/1871

Sketch for the church of Saint-Laurent : St Laurence's martyrdom, c.1817. Creator: Pierre-Félix Trézel
Sketch for the church of Saint-Laurent : St Laurence's martyrdom, c.1817. (Esquisse pour l'eglise Saint-Laurent : Saint Laurent conduit au martyre)

The Stoning of Saint Stephen, c. 1470/1475. Creator: Master with the Banderoles
The Stoning of Saint Stephen, c. 1470/1475

Ain Man ward mit ainer Puren... c. 1503. Creator: Master of the Legend Scenes
Ain Man ward mit ainer Puren... c. 1503

Ein man wardt auff ain Rad... c. 1503. Creator: Master of the Legend Scenes
Ein man wardt auff ain Rad... c. 1503

The Martyrdom of Saint Catherine, c. 1500. Creator: Master MZ
The Martyrdom of Saint Catherine, c. 1500

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"Martyr: A Glimpse into the Lives of Saints and Heroes" In the realm of religious art, martyrdom has been a recurring theme that captivates viewers with its profound symbolism and tales of sacrifice. From St Peter ordaining St Stephen Deacon in the mid-15th century to Byzantine icons depicting Saints Sergius and Bacchus, these artworks transport us back in time to witness moments of unwavering faith. One such portrayal is found in an exquisite tempera on panel painting titled "Icon of St. John the Baptist. " This piece captures the essence of martyrdom as it depicts John's steadfast commitment to his beliefs, even in the face of persecution. Moving forward through history, we encounter scenes like burning crosses at Lewes' annual bonfire night parade or Annibale Carracci's powerful depiction of "The Stoning of St. Stephen. " These images remind us that martyrdom extends beyond religious contexts; it encompasses those who stand up for their convictions against all odds. Artistic masterpieces also shed light on lesser-known martyrs like Grand Duchess Elizaveta Fyodorovna or Princess Elizabeth of Hesse and by Rhine. Their portraits serve as poignant reminders that martyrdom can take various forms – from political struggles to personal sacrifices made for a greater cause. "The Burning Of Cranmer, " another evocative artwork, transports us to 16th-century London where Thomas Cranmer faced execution for his Protestant beliefs. This chilling scene reminds us that martyrs often pay the ultimate price for challenging societal norms. Yet amidst these somber depictions, there are glimpses of hope and triumph. Perugino's masterpiece "Delivery of the Keys to Saint Peter" portrays a momentous event where divine authority is bestowed upon one man despite imminent danger lurking ahead—a testament to resilience even in times when martyrdom seems inevitable. Finally, we turn our attention towards Mint Street Workhouse, a place where countless individuals endured unimaginable hardships.