St. Sebastian

St. Sebastian by Lorenzo Lotto
Artist
Lorenzo Lotto
Date
1531 ; Italy
Style
High renaissance
Genre
Religious painting
Location
Gemäldegalerie
Lorenzo Lotto's St. Sebastian is a compelling example of a religious painting from the High Renaissance. The artwork likely depicts the martyrdom of St. Sebastian, showcasing Lotto’s characteristic nervous and expressive poses, which hint at his transitional style between the High Renaissance and Mannerism. Created on a canvas, Lotto’s work often features meticulous attention to detail, especially in the rendering of the human form using oil paints. This piece exemplifies Lotto’s focus on religious themes, blending classical techniques with a more personal, eccentric approach.

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