Martyred Collection (#2)

Saint Sebastian Tended by Angels, 1601-02 (oil on canvas)
704455 Saint Sebastian Tended by Angels, 1601-02 (oil on canvas) by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); 155x119 cm; Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome

Saint Sebastian, Martyr, c. 1865 (oil on canvas)
877409 Saint Sebastian, Martyr, c.1865 (oil on canvas) by Ribot, Auguste Theodule (1823-91); 46.4x54.9 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

MS Gen1111 f. 210 Saint Cecilia and Saint Valerian, illustration from
780474 MS Gen1111 f.210 Saint Cecilia and Saint Valerian, illustration from Legenda Aurea by Jacobus de Voragine, c.1405-10 (vellum) by Flemish School, (15th century); Glasgow University Library

Saint Ursula and Her Maidens, c. 1410 (tempera and gold on wood)
3618009 Saint Ursula and Her Maidens, c.1410 (tempera and gold on wood) by Pietro, Nicolo di (fl.1394-1430); 94 x 78.7 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton (b / w photo)
3093981 Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Footprint of George Marsh, Smithills Hall, Bolton)

St Ursula with the martyred virgins (pen & brown ink heightened with white body colour
615282 St Ursula with the martyred virgins (pen & brown ink heightened with white body colour on paper washed brown) by Aretusi

Window of the Pilgrims of St. James of Compostela, 1593 (stained glass)
XIR204569 Window of the Pilgrims of St. James of Compostela, 1593 (stained glass) by Bacon, Pierre (fl.1593); Church of Saint-Ythier, Sully-sur-Loire

Chretiens mariyrises par Neron (engraving)
3624109 Chretiens mariyrises par Neron (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chretiens mariyrises par Neron)

St. Lawrence, to whom the Escorial monastery was dedicated
REV326688 St. Lawrence, to whom the Escorial monastery was dedicated, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain, 1569 (parchment) by Fuente del Saz, Julian (d.1601) & Leon

San Sebastian, 1576-79 (oil on canvas)
938714 San Sebastian, 1576-79 (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 191x152 cm; Catedral de Palencia, Castilla y Leon, Spain; Greek, out of copyright

St. Peter and St. Paul, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain
REV326690 St. Peter and St. Paul, from a facsimile of the Breviary of King Philip II of Spain, 1569 (parchment) by Fuente del Saz, Julian (d.1601) & Leon

Pentecost from the Laudario of Sant Agnese, c. 1340 (tempera
5242322 Pentecost from the Laudario of Sant Agnese, c.1340 (tempera, gold and ink on parchment) by Master of the Dominican Effigies, (14th century); 43x31.7 cm; J

St. Lawrence, ca. 1435-1491. Creator: Martin Schongauer
St. Lawrence, ca. 1435-1491

Saint Lawrence, ca. 1435-1491. Creator: Martin Schongauer
Saint Lawrence, ca. 1435-1491

Saint Sebastian Bound to the Column, ca. 1499. Creator: Albrecht Durer
Saint Sebastian Bound to the Column, ca. 1499

Saint Sebastian Tied to a Tree (reverse copy). n. d. Creator: Unknown
Saint Sebastian Tied to a Tree (reverse copy).n.d

SAINT DENIS / VORAGINE
SAINT DENIS First bishop of Paris, martyred and buried at Saint Denis; because his head was cut off, he is generally depicted carrying it Date: died circa 258

SAINT DENIS Bishop of Paris, patron saint of France. Martyred by decapitation. Date: - 258AD

Saint Andrew, ca. 1610. Creator: Workshop of El Greco (Spanish, ca. 1610)
Saint Andrew, ca. 1610. Andrew and his brother, the apostle Peter, were fishermen on the Sea of Galilee. Andrew is said to have been martyred on an x-shaped cross at the hands of the Roman governor

Saint Catherine of Alexandria, shortly after 1342. Creator: Pietro Lorenzetti
Saint Catherine of Alexandria, shortly after 1342

The Martyrdom of Saint Barbara, ca. 1510. Creator: Lucas Cranach the Elder
The Martyrdom of Saint Barbara, ca. 1510

St Bartholomew, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Wilhelm Kandler
St Bartholomew, mid-late 19th century. Saint Bartholomew shown with his attribute of a knife, a reference to his martyrdom - it is believed he was skinned alive and beheaded. [Leighton Bros, London]

St. Matthias, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Wilhelm Kandler
St. Matthias, mid-late 19th century. Saint Matthias depicted with a spear. [Leighton Bros, London]

St. Judas Thaddeus, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Wilhelm Kandler
St. Judas Thaddeus, mid-late 19th century. Jude the Apostle, shown with his traditional attribute, a club, symbolising the way in which he was killed. [Leighton Bros, London]

St. Simon, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Wilhelm Kandler
St. Simon, mid-late 19th century. Simon with his identifying attribute of a saw - he was martyred by being sawn in half. [Leighton Bros, London]

Jacques De Molay, Dernier Grand-maitre de l Ordre des Templiers, (late 18th-early 19th century). Portrait of Jacques de Molay (c1243-1314), last Grand Master of the Knights Templar

Saint Stephen, 1895, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Saint Stephen, 1895, (c1902). After a painting in the Tate Gallery, London. Saint Stephen was martyred by being stoned to death. From The Nations Pictures

The Attack, from The Travels and Sufferings of Father Jean de Brebeuf, 1938, (wood engraving). Saint Jean de Brebeuf (1593 - 1649)

The Martyrdom, from The Travels and Sufferings of Father Jean de Brebeuf, 1938, (wood engraving). Saint Jean de Brebeuf (1593 - 1649)

Saint Valentine
SAINT VALENTINE depicted here as boy bishop; he was martyred on February 14 day when birds are supposed to pair, hence Saint Valentines Day

Joan of Arc, 1412 -1431, aka Jeanne d Arc, The Maid of Orleans or Jeanne la Pucelle. French heroine and Saint of the Catholic church

Lawrence Saunders, 1519 - 1555. English Protestant martyr

The Prophet Isaiah, Holding The Saw With Which Some Say He Was Martyred. After A 15Th Century Work. From Les Artes Au Moyen Age, Published Paris 1873

St Stephen stoned - Acts 8. circa 1688

Saint Philomena. 4th century
Saint Philomena (291?-304?). Virgin martyr saint of the Catholic Church. Said to have been a young Greek princess martyred in the 4th century. Colored engraving. 19th century

Two Saints make shoes being tempted by the devil. Engraving

El Greco. Saint Sebastian
El Greco (1541-1614). Saint Sebastian. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Saint Fortunata
SAINT FORTUNATA The only thing known about this lady is her virginity, for which she was martyred. I can t make out what she is holding... Date: probably 3rd century

Nicholas Ridley
NICHOLAS RIDLEY Martyred bishop

Dionysius the Areopagite
ST DIONYSIUS THE AREOPAGITE Converted by Paul on the Areopagus, he became the first bishop of Athens but was martyred by Domitian

The prophet Isaiah with the instrument of his martyrdom, 15th century, (1870). A wood engraving from an Italian work, showing Isaiah who met his death by being sawed in half

St Sebastian, c1470-1523. Artist: Perugino
St Sebastian, c1470-1523. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris, France

St. John of Nepomuk (1345-1393). Relief. Prague. Czech Repu
St. John of Nepomuk (1345-1393). National saint. Relief indicating the place where was thrown into the river by order of King Wenceslas IV of Bohemia. Charles Bridge. Prague. Czech Republic

Statue of St. John of Nepomuk (1345-1393). Copy. Prague. Cz
Statue of St. John of Nepomuk (1345-1393). National saint. Bronze. By Volfgang Jeronym Heroldt, 1683. Decorates the Charles Bridge. Prague. Czech Republic

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"Martyred: Stories of Faith, Courage, and Sacrifice" In the annals of history, countless individuals have laid down their lives for their beliefs. From St. Laurence of Rome, who faced a gruesome death but remained steadfast in his faith, to the infant Christ rewarding the martyred innocents in Bethlehem with eternal glory. The tale of Saint Ursula Martyred is one that resonates deeply. A young woman who fearlessly stood up for her convictions and paid the ultimate price. Her unwavering devotion serves as an inspiration to all those seeking truth and righteousness. Saint Andrew's martyrdom reminds us that even in times of great persecution, faith can triumph over adversity. His unwavering commitment to spreading the message of love and salvation continues to inspire believers around the world. The story of St. Laurence Grilled showcases both courage and wit as he faced a torturous death with unyielding resolve. His sacrifice stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication to God. Amidst tales from ancient times, we also find modern examples like the Armenian Refugee Advertisement - a poignant reminder that martyrdom is not confined to distant eras but persists even today among those fleeing persecution. Lazarus of Bethany or Saint Lazarus experienced martyrdom in its truest form when Jesus restored him back to life after being entombed for days. This miraculous event symbolizes resurrection and divine intervention against all odds. Saint Fabianus - Pope exemplifies how leaders too can become martyrs while defending their flock against oppression and injustice. His selflessness echoes through centuries as a beacon guiding future generations towards compassion and justice. The haunting image created by Martin Schongauer depicts Saint Sebastian's martyrdom; it captures both pain endured by this valiant saint yet radiates strength amidst suffering—a visual representation inspiring hope amidst despair. An Englishwoman martyred by Chinese forces in 1930 remains nameless, but her sacrifice speaks volumes.