The victim of Lystra c. 1515 - 1516

"The Victim of Lystra" is a pen and ink drawing by Raphael, created around 1515-1516. The drawing depicts a scene from the Bible, where a man is being stoned to death in Lystra. The drawing shows the man, his hands raised in supplication, as he falls to the ground. His followers are gathered around him, their faces filled with grief. The drawing is in the collection of the Städel Museum. Raphael's use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and movement, and the figure's expressions add to the overall poignancy of the piece. This drawing is a testament to Raphael's skills as a draftsman, and it is a powerful reminder of the human cost of violence.