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St. George Preparing for His Martyrdom

Pierre Brébiette (French, c. 1598-c. 1650)

St. George Preparing for His Martyrdom

Pierre Brébiette (French, c. 1598-c. 1650)
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Period

Late Renaissance/Mannerism

Theme

Tragedy & Death

Medium

engraving and etching

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

St.

George Preparing for His Martyrdom by Pierre Brébiette (French, c.

1598-c.

“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”

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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.