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Saint Sebastian, 1514 (woodcut)
5858435 Saint Sebastian, 1514 (woodcut) by Grien, Hans Baldung (1484/5-1545); 31.1x23.3 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: image: 31.1 x 23.3 cm (12 1/4 x 9 3/16 in.) sheet: 31.7 x 23.7 cm (12 1/2 x 9 5/16 in.)); German, out of copyright
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This woodcut print, titled "Saint Sebastian" was created in 1514 by the renowned German artist Hans Baldung Grien. The artwork measures 31.1x23.3 cm and is housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC, USA. The image depicts Saint Sebastian, a popular Christian martyr known for his unwavering faith and resilience in the face of adversity. Bound and tied to a post, he stands naked as arrows pierce his body, symbolizing his suffering and ultimate sacrifice for his beliefs. Surrounding him are angels and putti, adding an ethereal element to the scene. They provide comfort amidst the dramatic landscape that serves as a backdrop for this tragic moment of death and dying. Grien's masterful use of chiaroscuro technique brings depth and intensity to the woodcut print. The interplay between light and shadow emphasizes Saint Sebastian's pain while highlighting his angelic companions who watch over him during this harrowing ordeal. The nudity depicted here represents vulnerability rather than sensuality or eroticism commonly associated with such imagery from this period. This powerful artwork captures both the physical agony endured by Saint Sebastian as well as the spiritual strength that enabled him to endure until his last breath. It serves as a testament to human endurance in times of persecution and remains an enduring symbol of faith today.
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