The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula by Caravaggio. A dark, dramatic chiaroscuro scene depicting a soldier in ornate armor shooting an arrow at close range into the chest of a woman dressed in red.

The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula

Caravaggio

1610 · Oil Paint

A powerful and dramatic depiction of a saint's final moment, masterfully rendered in Caravaggio's signature chiaroscuro style.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force in black and softened neutral tones — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy

About the piece

Created in 1610, this work is recognized as the final painting by the Italian Baroque master Caravaggio. The scene captures the intense, tragic moment when Saint Ursula is shot by the King of the Huns, utilizing a revolutionary use of light and shadow that defines the artist's legacy.

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