The Martyrdom of Saint James the Greater

Artist: Francisco de Zurbaran
Artwork: The Martyrdom of Saint James the Greater
Description: The painting depicts the martyrdom of Saint James the Greater, who was beheaded by Herod Agrippa in 44 AD. The saint is shown kneeling in prayer, while an executioner stands over him with a sword. In the background, a group of soldiers looks on, and a cherub hovers above, holding a palm frond and a crown of martyrdom.
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