Das Martyrium Des Hl. Sebastian (Sebastiansaltar) 1516

Hans Holbein the Elder's "Das Martyrium Des Hl. Sebastian" (Sebastiansaltar) depicts the martyrdom of Saint Sebastian, a popular subject in Renaissance art. Painted in 1516, this work showcases Holbein's meticulous attention to detail. The painting depicts Saint Sebastian tied to a tree, with arrows piercing his body, while executioners stand ready to continue the torture. The scene is set in a realistic landscape, highlighting the harshness of the event. The detailed depiction of the figures and their expressions adds emotional weight to the scene, emphasizing the suffering of Saint Sebastian and the cruelty of his tormentors. This work exemplifies Holbein's mastery of Northern Renaissance painting, blending realism with a spiritual message.