Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand 1508

Albrecht Durer's "Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand" is a powerful silverpoint drawing on paper that depicts the historical event of the massacre of Greek mercenaries during their retreat from Persia in 401 BCE. Created in 1508, this detailed composition showcases Durer's masterful use of line and shading, meticulously capturing the scene's chaotic energy and emotional intensity. The drawing's dynamic composition and expressive figures demonstrate the artist's talent for conveying narrative through visual language.