The Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew

Artist: Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Artwork: The Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew
Description: This is a preparatory sketch for a large altarpiece that Tiepolo painted in 1722 for the church of San Stae in Venice. The painting depicts the martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew, who was flayed alive. The executioner is shown in the foreground, while the saint is tied to a post in the background. The crowd of onlookers is depicted in various states of horror and dismay.
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