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Martyrdom Collection (#69)

"Martyrdom: A Testament of Faith and Sacrifice" In the hallowed halls of St Albans Abbey in 1802, a profound sense lingers

Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Andrew Etching second state five

Martyrdom St Andrew Etching second state five
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Andrew ca 1595 Oil brunaille

Martyrdom Saint Andrew ca 1595 Oil brunaille
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Frontispiece Eikon Basilike 1649 Etching state

Frontispiece Eikon Basilike 1649 Etching state
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint James Greater series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint James Greater series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Eutropius oval composition series

Martyrdom Saint Eutropius oval composition series
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Catherine Alexandria 1548-1612

Martyrdom St Catherine Alexandria 1548-1612
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint James Lesser series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint James Lesser series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Drawings Prints, Drawing, Martyrdom, St. Catherine Alexandria, Artist, Carlo Portelli

Drawings Prints, Drawing, Martyrdom, St. Catherine Alexandria, Artist, Carlo Portelli
Drawings and Prints, Drawing, The Martyrdom of St. Catherine of Alexandria, Artist, Carlo Portelli, Italian, Loro Ciuffena, Val d Arno before 1510

Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Lawrence early 17th century Black chalk

Martyrdom Saint Lawrence early 17th century Black chalk
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Stephen Woodcut Sheet 9 5 / 16 6 3 / 8

Martyrdom St Stephen Woodcut Sheet 9 5 / 16 6 3 / 8
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Catherine 1577 Pen brown ink brush

Martyrdom St Catherine 1577 Pen brown ink brush
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Lawrence ca 1505 Woodcut sheet 8 15 / 16 x 13 3 / 16

Martyrdom St Lawrence ca 1505 Woodcut sheet 8 15 / 16 x 13 3 / 16
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Matthew series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Matthew series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Andrew Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet

Andrew Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Barnabas series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Barnabas series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Lawrence 1557-1622 Black chalk

Martyrdom Saint Lawrence 1557-1622 Black chalk
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Barbara 18th century Brush black ink

Martyrdom Saint Barbara 18th century Brush black ink
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Thomas series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Thomas series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Unidentified Subject Scene Martyrdom ? 1609 / 10-?1675

Unidentified Subject Scene Martyrdom ? 1609 / 10-?1675
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint 19th century Pen dark brown ink

Martyrdom Saint 19th century Pen dark brown ink
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Simon series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Simon series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Christopher Primo Quadro n. d

Martyrdom Saint Christopher Primo Quadro n. d
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: James Greater Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock

James Greater Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Catherine 1625 Engraving sheet 17 1 / 2 x 11 1 / 4

Martyrdom St Catherine 1625 Engraving sheet 17 1 / 2 x 11 1 / 4
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Scene Martyrdom Giovanni Angelo Canini Red chalk

Scene Martyrdom Giovanni Angelo Canini Red chalk
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Female Saint 17th century Pen brown ink

Martyrdom Female Saint 17th century Pen brown ink
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Andrew 17th century Pen brown ink

Martyrdom Saint Andrew 17th century Pen brown ink
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Portion Martyrdom Saint Cecilia 1581-1641 Black chalk

Portion Martyrdom Saint Cecilia 1581-1641 Black chalk
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Bartholomew Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock

Bartholomew Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Philip Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Image

Philip Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Image
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Philip series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Philip series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Peter series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Peter series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Saint Paul Tempera wood gold ground Overall shaped top

Saint Paul Tempera wood gold ground Overall shaped top
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Bartholomew 1624 Etching engraving

Martyrdom Saint Bartholomew 1624 Etching engraving
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Matthias Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock

Matthias Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Bartholomew series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Bartholomew series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: John Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet

John Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Simon Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodcut Sheet

Simon Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodcut Sheet
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Sebastian Woodcut Sheet 9 5 / 16 6 3 / 8

Martyrdom St Sebastian Woodcut Sheet 9 5 / 16 6 3 / 8
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Study Scene Martyrdom recto Three Figures verso

Study Scene Martyrdom recto Three Figures verso
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Apostle Thomas 1638-1646 Pen brown ink

Martyrdom Apostle Thomas 1638-1646 Pen brown ink
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Sophia oval composition series

Martyrdom Saint Sophia oval composition series
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Ursula? Saint Paula? 17th century

Martyrdom Saint Ursula? Saint Paula? 17th century
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom 1648-1737 Pen brown ink brush wash

Martyrdom 1648-1737 Pen brown ink brush wash
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Matthias series little apostles

Martyrdom Saint Matthias series little apostles
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Jude Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet

Jude Martyrdom Twelve Apostles Woodblock Sheet
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom Saint Lucy Last Communion Dragged Oxen

Martyrdom Saint Lucy Last Communion Dragged Oxen
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Background imageMartyrdom Collection: Martyrdom St Sebastian Two Archers 15th century

Martyrdom St Sebastian Two Archers 15th century
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"Martyrdom: A Testament of Faith and Sacrifice" In the hallowed halls of St Albans Abbey in 1802, a profound sense lingers, echoing the stories of those who gave their lives for their beliefs. As we gaze upon Fra Angelico's masterpiece depicting St Peter ordaining St Stephen Deacon in the mid-15th century, we are reminded of the courage and devotion that led these early Christian martyrs to face persecution with unwavering resolve. The canvas comes alive with "The Young Martyr" painted by an unknown artist in 1855. The haunting beauty captured on this oil painting tells a tale of innocence lost as a young soul embraces martyrdom rather than renouncing her faith. Similarly, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux's "La Jeune Martyre" from the same year portrays another young martyr whose tragic fate serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made throughout history. "The Burning Of Cranmer, " depicted around 1850, transports us to a time when religious conflicts ran deep. This chilling scene reminds us that even prominent figures like Thomas Cranmer were not exempt from persecution for their beliefs. As we delve into historical engravings such as "St George's Battle with the Dragon" published in 1882 or posters warning against illegal oaths from 1834 onwards, we witness how martyrdom extended beyond religious contexts. These depictions reveal individuals standing firm against oppression and injustice at great personal cost. Engravings like "St. Cornelius" and portraits such as William Tyndale's capture moments frozen in time where steadfastness prevailed over fear. They serve as testaments to those who dared challenge societal norms and paid dearly for it. Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones' depiction of St George slaying the dragon further exemplifies martyrdom through its allegorical nature. It symbolizes triumph over evil forces that seek to suppress truth and freedom.