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Triptych of the Resurrection, left panel: The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1485-90

Triptych of the Resurrection, left panel: The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1485-90


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Triptych of the Resurrection, left panel: The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c. 1485-90

XIR895797 Triptych of the Resurrection, left panel: The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, c.1485-90 (oil on oak) by Memling, Hans (c.1433-94); 61.8x18.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Triptyque de la Resurrection. Volet gauche : le martyre de saint Sebastien ); Netherlandish, out of copyright

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Altarpiece Archer Arrows Flanders Flemish Martyrdom Panel Resurrection Saint Sebastian Tied Up Tombstone Triptych Early Netherlandish Painting


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This print showcases the left panel of Hans Memling's "Triptych of the Resurrection" depicting "The Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian". Created between 1485 and 1490, this oil on oak masterpiece measures 61.8x18.5 cm and is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. In this exquisite Netherlandish painting, we witness the tragic fate of Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr who suffered greatly for his faith. Bound to a tree trunk with ropes, he stands as an emblematic figure representing endurance and unwavering devotion. The soldier-like archer takes aim at him with arrows poised to strike his vulnerable body. Memling's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke; from the intricate folds of Sebastian's garments to the delicate rendering of each arrowhead. The composition exudes a sense of tension and impending doom, heightened by the dark background that contrasts with Sebastian's illuminated figure. This early Netherlandish artwork exemplifies Memling's mastery in capturing human emotion through religious narratives. As part of a larger triptych altarpiece dedicated to Christ's resurrection, it serves as a poignant reminder of sacrifice and redemption within medieval society. With its Gothic influences and Flemish flair, this fifteenth-century gem continues to captivate viewers today. Its timeless beauty transports us back in time while reminding us that art has always been a powerful medium for storytelling and reflection on our shared humanity.

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