Burning of Many Christians Called Publicans, France and England, AD 1182 1685

This engraving, titled "Burning of Many Christians Called Publicans, France and England, AD 1182", was created by Dutch artist Jan Luyken in 1685. The image depicts a graphic scene of a man being burned at the stake while surrounded by onlookers. Luyken's detailed depiction of the event highlights the brutality of religious persecution in the 12th century, utilizing dramatic chiaroscuro and meticulous lines to create a sense of both horror and pathos. This engraving, a powerful reminder of past religious conflicts, is a significant example of Baroque art and its use of realism to convey strong emotions.