The Crucifixion of Saint Andrew by Caravaggio. A high-contrast Baroque scene depicting Saint Andrew bound to a cross, surrounded by observers and a soldier in armor, rendered in deep shadow and piercing light.

The Crucifixion of Saint Andrew

Caravaggio

1607 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A powerful masterpiece of dramatic lighting and intense realism by the Italian Baroque master Caravaggio.

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Where it works

A substantial artwork with a strong pulse with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strongest where a vertical wall can take more presence
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1607, Caravaggio’s 'The Crucifixion of Saint Andrew' showcases his revolutionary use of chiaroscuro to create a sense of deep psychological and physical drama. The work depicts the saint bound to his cross, surrounded by onlookers whose expressions are rendered with startling naturalism, making it a profound and technically brilliant example of Baroque religious art.

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