The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence 1581

"The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence" is a drawing by Luca Cambiaso created in 1581. The drawing depicts the moment of Saint Lawrence's martyrdom on a fiery gridiron. The composition is dynamic and dramatic, with the saint's body contorted in pain and the executioners surrounding him in a flurry of action. Cambiaso's masterful use of pen and ink creates a sense of immediacy and emotion, capturing the intensity of the scene. This drawing is a testament to Cambiaso's skill as a draftsman, and it showcases the expressive power of line in Renaissance art.