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The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula
Max Sulzberger
1877 · Oil Paint, Panel
A powerful 19th-century oil painting capturing the dynamic and emotional intensity of Saint Ursula's martyrdom.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy in a warmer tonal register — holds a formal wall with confidence.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Library · Study
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Olive green, Rich brown
About the piece
This 1877 oil on panel by Max Sulzberger depicts the dramatic Martyrdom of Saint Ursula. The composition is filled with swirling motion and a warm, atmospheric light that highlights the central figures against a turbulent, clouded sky. Sulzberger's painterly technique and rich palette bring a sense of theatrical urgency to this classical narrative, creating a sophisticated and commanding presence.
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