St. Stephen the Martyr
- Artist
- Domenico Ghirlandaio
- Date
- c.1490 - c.1494
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Budapest Museum of Fine Arts
"St. Stephen the Martyr," by Domenico Ghirlandaio (c.1490–1494), is a notable religious painting from the Early renaissance period. Executed as a panel in tempera paint, the work exemplifies Ghirlandaio’s mastery of realistic detail and emotional depth. The depiction of St. Stephen, the first Christian martyr, combines precise anatomy with expressive gestures, showcasing the artist’s talent for capturing human emotion. This artwork is renowned for its lifelike portrayal and spiritual resonance, reflecting the ideals of the Quattrocento’s commitment to realism in religious imagery.
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