Section F: Saints holding crosses, books, and weapons, from "The Triumph of Christ" by Andrea Andreani

Section F: Saints holding crosses, books, and weapons, from "The Triumph of Christ" 1836

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This 1836 engraving by Andrea Andreani, titled *Section F: Saints holding crosses, books, and weapons, from "The Triumph of Christ"*, depicts a procession of saints holding various objects symbolizing their martyrdom. Created using the technique of chiaroscuro woodcut, Andreani's print is part of a larger series depicting the *Triumph of Christ*. The detailed rendering of the saints, their clothing, and their attributes highlights the artist's mastery of line and his understanding of religious iconography. This intricate work is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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