The Martyrdom of Saint Stephen

Artist: Antonio Carracci
Artwork: The Martyrdom of Saint Stephen
Description: The painting depicts the martyrdom of Saint Stephen, who was the first Christian martyr. He was stoned to death by a group of Jewish men who were angry that he had preached about Jesus Christ. The painting shows Stephen lying on the ground, bleeding and bruised, while the men who stoned him stand around him. In the background, Jesus Christ is shown ascending into heaven, surrounded by clouds.
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