Saint Sebastian 1875

Gustave Moreau's "Saint Sebastian" (1875) is a striking example of the artist's Symbolist style. The painting depicts the martyr Saint Sebastian tied to a tree, his body contorted in pain. Moreau's use of rich colors and intricate details creates a sense of both beauty and horror. The figure of Saint Sebastian is rendered with an almost ethereal quality, while the background is filled with a swirling mass of figures and objects. This painting can be found in the Musée National Gustave Moreau in Paris, France.