Martyrdom of Saint Sebastian. Italian Baroque School. 17th Century.

Descriptio Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 125 x 95 cm and 139 x 108 cm. The scene depicts the martyrdom of Saint Sebastian at a moment of dramatic tension. The saint appears partially nude and tied to a column, while soldiers prepare to punish him. A female figure at his side, probably Irene, attends to him compassionately. The architectural background, composed of Roman columns and a dimly lit vault, reinforces the monumental and sacred character of the composition. The lighting, with its strong contrast between light and shadow, directs attention to the martyr’s body and his serene expression amidst suffering. The figures are arranged in a dynamic spiral that guides the viewer’s gaze throughout the scene, accentuating the Baroque drama. The technique reveals a mastery of chiaroscuro and an emphatic naturalism in the musculature, clothing, and faces. The use of saturated colors, especially red and green, lends emotional vitality to the composition. This work belongs to the Italian Baroque school of the 17th century, where the exaltation of martyrdom, theatrical composition, and heightened emotion were resources used to promote faith and visual persuasion. Dimensions: 125 x 95 cm and 139 x 108 cm.

Estimate:£2,922.24

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