The Martyrdom of St. Mark
- Artist
- Fra Angelico
- Date
- c.1433
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Basilica di San Marco
"The Martyrdom of St. Mark" is a compelling religious painting from the Early Renaissance period, housed in the Museo Nazionale di San Marco. This masterful artwork is created on a panel using tempera techniques, characteristic of the period. The scene vividly depicts the martyrdom of St. Mark, capturing the emotional intensity and spiritual significance of the event with remarkable detail. Located in Florence’s historic San Marco convent, it reflects the profound religious devotion and artistic innovation of the early renaissance masters.
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