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Saint Sebastian tended by Irene, 161- (oil on canvas)
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Saint Sebastian tended by Irene, 161- (oil on canvas)
827895 Saint Sebastian tended by Irene, 161- (oil on canvas) by Beer, Cornelius de (fl.1616-1643); 107x147 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Sebastian tended by Irene. Cornelius de Beer (active 1616-1643). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 161-. 107 x 147cm.); Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22739638
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1620s 1630s Agony Armed Arrow Arrows Artist Dutch Bare Bare Chested Barechested Bleeding Chest Dutch Art Dutch Artist Early Seventeenth Century Facial Expression Irene Lying Lying Down Lying On Back Martyrdom Negative Concept Netherlandish Artist Old Master Paintings Pain Saint Sebastian Sebastian Skin St Sebastian Suffering Young Man Young Men Apparel De Beer Headwear Injuries Wound
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This print showcases the masterpiece "Saint Sebastian tended by Irene" painted by Cornelius de Beer in the early seventeenth century. The oil on canvas artwork measures 107x147 cm and is currently held in a private collection. In this scene, we witness Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr, being cared for by Irene. The Netherlandish artist skillfully captures the intense agony of Sebastian as he lies bare-chested outdoors, wounded and bleeding from multiple arrows piercing his skin. His posture reflects both suffering and resilience amidst his martyrdom. The painting's composition highlights the contrast between the young man's vulnerability and Irene's compassionate presence. Clad in traditional attire of that era, she tends to Sebastian with utmost care while holding a weapon nearby for protection against potential harm. De Beer's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, showcasing his mastery of Dutch art during this period. The play of light and shadow adds depth to the scene, emphasizing the emotional expression on each character's face. This remarkable piece serves as a testament to De Beer's talent as an early seventeenth-century Dutch artist. It transports viewers back in time, allowing them to contemplate themes of faith, sacrifice, and human endurance within Christianity through its powerful imagery.
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