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Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew as he is flayed alive
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Martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew as he is flayed alive

Lucas Cranach (I) · 1510 - 1514 · houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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The apostle Bartholomew is bound during his martyrdom and flayed alive with knives. Bystanders and soldiers with a spear and halberd watch. In the background stands a gate with on top two putti holding shields bearing the electorate and duchy arms of Saxony.

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Credit lineMarteldood van Bartolomeüs als hij levend wordt gevild. 1510 - 1514. Lucas Cranach (I). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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