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Saint Sebastian (study with holy women and appearing angels)

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This delicate pen and ink drawing captures a poignant religious moment with exquisite precision and emotional depth. The central figure, presumably Saint Sebastian, is depicted in a dramatic pose, gazing upwards with a mix of anguish and transcendence as three angels appear above him, radiating divine light. The composition is vertical and dynamic, with the figures arranged to guide the viewer's eye from the earthly realm to the celestial. The fine, flowing lines reveal the artist's masterful control and attention to detail, especially in the rendering of the saint’s muscular form and the delicate wings of the angels. The background landscape, rendered with softer lines, adds a serene context that contrasts with the emotional intensity of the scene. The color palette is limited to the warm brown of the ink on a pale paper, which enhances the ethereal and contemplative atmosphere of the piece. This study, reflecting themes of martyrdom and heavenly intervention, invites the viewer to feel the spiritual tension and solemn beauty of a sacred moment frozen in time.

Saint Sebastian (study with holy women and appearing angels)

Gustave Moreau

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4158 × 5760 px
160 × 215 mm

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