Martyrdom of St. Apollonia 1445

"Martyrdom of St. Apollonia" is a 1445 painting by Jean Fouquet, a prominent French painter of the Early Renaissance period. The painting depicts the saint's gruesome death, a popular subject in religious art. This particular depiction shows Apollonia tied to a wooden board and being tortured with pliers. Fouquet's detailed and realistic style, characterized by vivid colors and meticulous rendering, showcases his skill in capturing human emotion and suffering. The painting is now housed in the Musée Condé, Chantilly, France, and stands as a testament to Fouquet's artistic mastery.