Foltering met stokken met scherpe punten 1565 - 1630

Antonio Tempesta's etching "Foltering met stokken met scherpe punten" (1565-1630) depicts a scene of torture, likely inspired by the biblical story of Saint Bartholomew, who was flayed alive. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Tempesta's mastery of detail and his ability to portray intense suffering. The figures, etched in a classical style, are rendered with anatomical precision and dynamic poses, while the background setting suggests an architectural space. The overall effect is both graphic and unsettling, highlighting the brutal nature of the event.