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Saint Sebastian prepared for Martydom, c. 1622 (oil on canvas)
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Saint Sebastian prepared for Martydom, c. 1622 (oil on canvas)
827727 Saint Sebastian prepared for Martydom, c.1622 (oil on canvas) by Dyck, Anthony van (1599-1641); 142x194 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Saint Sebastian prepared for Martydom. Sir Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641). Oil on canvas. Painted circa 1622. 142 x 194cm.); Photo © Christies Images
Media ID 25464086
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1620s 1622 Anthony Anthony Van Dyck Bare Bare Chested Barechested Baroq Baroque Art Baroque Era Baroque Period Baroque Style Bound Chest Cruel Cruelty Early Seventeenth Century Five People Martyrdom Mature Mature Adult Mature Man Mature Men Maturity Medium Group Medium Group Of People Middle Aged Negative Concept Old Master Paintings Position Saint Sebastian Sebastian Sir Anthony Sir Anthony Van Dyck St Sebastian Stuck Tied Up Trapped Van Dyck Young Man Young Men Semi Nude
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This print captures Sir Anthony van Dyck's masterpiece, "Saint Sebastian prepared for Martyrdom" painted around 1622. The oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 142 x 194cm and is currently held in a private collection. In this Baroque-era painting, Saint Sebastian is depicted tied up and bare-chested, standing outdoors in a rural setting. The composition portrays the saint's martyrdom as he bravely faces his impending fate. Van Dyck skillfully captures the emotions of cruelty and suffering through his masterful use of light and shadow. The mature man's posture exudes strength and resilience despite being bound to a tree. Surrounded by a medium group of people, including young men and middle-aged individuals, the scene evokes both religious devotion and human empathy towards the saint's plight. Nature serves as a backdrop to this dramatic moment, emphasizing the contrast between man-made cruelty and the beauty of God's creation. This early seventeenth-century artwork showcases Van Dyck's exceptional talent as one of the Old Masters. His attention to detail brings forth every nuance of emotion on Saint Sebastian's face while highlighting his muscular physique with remarkable precision. Bridgeman Images has expertly captured this powerful image that not only reflects artistry but also invites contemplation on themes such as faith, sacrifice, and human endurance throughout history.
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