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The Martyrdom of St Catherine of Alexandria
Hieronymous Francken II
1615 · Oil Paint, Panel
A dramatic Flemish masterpiece depicting the miraculous intervention during the martyrdom of Saint Catherine.
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Where it works
A substantial artwork with a strong pulse in walnut and cognac tones — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Reads best above substantial furniture or an open wall
- Walls
- Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
- Color notes
- Rich brown, Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
Painted in 1615 by Hieronymous Francken II, this oil on panel captures the intense drama of the Martyrdom of St Catherine of Alexandria. The composition is filled with dynamic movement, featuring armored soldiers, a breaking wheel, and the serene figure of the saint illuminated by celestial light amidst a storm-tossed sky.
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