The Martyrdom of St Agatha 1750

Giovanni Battista Tiepolo’s *The Martyrdom of St Agatha* (1750) depicts the moment of the saint’s death, surrounded by her followers and executioners. Tiepolo, a master of the Rococo style, uses dramatic light and swirling drapery to convey the intensity of the moment. St Agatha’s expression of pain is a powerful symbol of her enduring faith, while the figures of her tormentors are depicted with exaggerated poses and gestures. The painting, a testament to Tiepolo’s virtuosity, serves as a reminder of the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity.