The Martyrdom of Saint Hippolytus by Simon Julien

The Martyrdom of Saint Hippolytus 1753 - 1800

drawing, print

drawing

toned paper

print

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

painting painterly

charcoal

watercolor

"The Martyrdom of Saint Hippolytus" (1753-1800) by Simon Julien depicts the dramatic moment of Saint Hippolytus' death. This drawing, created in brown wash on paper, features a detailed scene of a man being dragged by horses towards a spiked rock while onlookers and angels watch from above. The composition emphasizes the suffering and persecution of Saint Hippolytus, reflecting the artist's skillful handling of light and shadow to create depth and emotion. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, exemplifies the intricate detail and religious themes prevalent in 18th-century art.