The Martyrdom of Saint Philip

Jusepe de Ribera · 1639

The story

The Martyrdom of Saint Philip (Spanish: Martirio de San Felipe) is a painting by Jusepe de Ribera from 1639.

It is considered one of his best works. The Spanish critic Eugenio d'Ors said of it "almost, almost like a Russian ballet." The painting is exhibited in the Museo del Prado in Madrid.

Artist

Jusepe de Ribera

Date

1639

Collection

Museo del Prado, Madrid, Spain

Medium

oil paint, canvas

Size

234 × 234 cm

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