Martirio di S. Caterina by Giovanni da Milano

Martirio di S. Caterina 1355

giovannidamilano

sculpture

painted

possibly oil pastel

handmade artwork painting

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

street graffiti

underpainting

painting painterly

watercolor

"Martirio di S. Caterina," a 1355 tempera painting by Giovanni da Milano, depicts the martyrdom of Saint Catherine of Alexandria. The painting showcases the saint kneeling in prayer with her hands clasped together, as she awaits her execution on a spiked wheel. This depiction of the saint's suffering highlights her unwavering faith and emphasizes the cruelty of her execution. Giovanni da Milano, a leading artist of the 14th century, uses a vibrant palette and detailed realism to bring this iconic Christian narrative to life.