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Martyrdom of St. Catherine, 1625. Creator: Claude Mellan
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Martyrdom of St. Catherine, 1625. Creator: Claude Mellan
Martyrdom of St. Catherine, 1625
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4th Century Alexandria Alexandria St Catherine Of Catherine Catherine Of Alexandria Catherine St Claude Claude Mellan Martyr Martyrdom Maxentius Mellan Mellan Claude Quill Quill Pen Saint Catherine Saint Catherine Of The Wheel Scholar St Catherine Of St Catherine Of Alexandria The Great Martyr Saint Catherine Baroque Era Blade Breaking Wheel Nakedness Nudity
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In this print, Claude Mellan brings to life the tragic tale of the Martyrdom of St. Catherine. Created in 1625 during the Baroque era, this engraving showcases Mellan's exceptional talent as he skillfully captures the essence of this historical event. The image portrays St. Catherine of Alexandria, a revered scholar and saint, in her final moments before martyrdom. With great attention to detail, Mellan depicts her standing naked with grace and dignity amidst a barren landscape. The breaking wheel, an instrument used to torture her, looms ominously behind her. St. Catherine's unwavering faith is symbolized by an angel hovering above her head while she holds a quill pen - representing knowledge and education - in one hand and a sword - signifying warfare and martyrdom - in the other. Mellan's mastery lies not only in his technical precision but also in his ability to convey emotion through his artistry. Through delicate lines and shading techniques, he captures both the vulnerability and strength within St. Catherine's expression. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder of religious devotion throughout history while showcasing Mellan's contribution to French heritage art. It now resides at The Metropolitan Museum of Art where it continues to inspire viewers with its profound depiction of sacrifice for one's beliefs.
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