Martyrdom of Ss Simon and Judas after 1435

"Martyrdom of Ss Simon and Judas" is a small-scale painting by Stefan Lochner, a prominent German artist active in Cologne in the mid-15th century. The artwork depicts a dramatic scene of the martyrdom of Saints Simon and Judas, with a striking contrast of rich colors and detailed figures. The scene is filled with a sense of urgency and violence, conveyed through the exaggerated gestures of the executioners and the anguished expressions of the saints. This painting, now housed in the Städel Museum, exemplifies Lochner's signature style of meticulous detail and expressive figuration, characteristic of the Cologne School of painting.